Technical Vice President, Chief Mechanical Designer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIntellisense Systems, Inc., a leading Southern California technology innovator, solves mission-critical challenges for aerospace and defense customers.  We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.

Intellisense Systems, Inc., is looking for a Technical Vice President, Chief Mechanical Designer to join our growing team in Southern California.  The successful candidate will demonstrate out-of-the-box creativity and a passion for mechanical design along with a knack for hands-on building and testing.

What You'll Do:
 

• Perform as the lead responsible Mechanical Engineer on a multi-disciplinary team and across all departments and projects needing the most robust mechanical designs.
• Design, analyze, and test avionics and other products with an emphasis on the successful transition of the design to production and uncompromising performance.
• Lead design trade studies and make recommendations for design and program decisions
• Ensure project compliance with the applicable Intellisense practices and performance standards.
• Train and mentor other Mechanical Engineers in generating key deliverables to further develop the in-house knowledge base.
• Contribute to proposals
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:
 

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 20+ years of design experience in a product development and/or Research and Development capacity focused on aerospace or military systems.
• Experience leading the mechanical design and development of multiple avionic systems that are currently deployed on airborne platforms ensuring functionality, performance, and integration with platform requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in solid modeling using SolidWorks (), Pro-E, or CATIA
• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and production processes for Aerospace or military electronics
• Capable of producing part and assembly manufacturing drawings with an understanding of GD&T
• Some experience with mechanical and thermal simulation packages (SolidWorks, ANSYS)
• Well versed in a variety of manufacturing processes, including machining, rapid prototyping, injection molding, laser cutting, etc.
• Ability to design out of the box with minimal input
• Creativity, strong problem-solving skills, excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills are essential including presenting design progress during major project milestones (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR).
• Self-starter and be willing to take full responsibility in delivering a quality product
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing technologies a plus
• Fun and open personality ready to work with a diverse team of engineers, program managers, and support staff.

Nice To Haves:
 

• Experience with MIL-STD testing (MIL-STD-810, DO-160, MIL-STD-461).
• Experience in leading multiple projects simultaneously.
• Machine shop/electromechanical skills for quick prototype testing and verification.
• Strong understanding of physics with a natural desire to learn how things work.
• US Citizenship
  • Willing and able to obtain a Security Clearance or have an active Secret Security Clearance

What You Can Expect:
 

• The ability to innovate, transition a prototype technology into a new product, and to be rewarded
• The chance to continually work on new technologies and implement simple elegant solutions to meet customer needs and potentially make an impact
• Leadership that enables its engineers with all the tools they need to be successful

Pay Range:

$205,000-$290,000
However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits:
 

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Health Savings Accounts
• 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
• 10 paid holidays 
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with 4% employer matching
• Workers Compensation Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance

The unique culture at Intellisense offers the entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with the support and expertise of a larger organization. Intellisense hosts the research and development of a wide range of cutting-edge technologies. As such, we are looking for individuals that have a wide breadth of experience while also being subject matter experts in their respective field.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us by phone at 424-319-7813 or by email at HRSupport@intellisenesinc.com 

Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent , or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Intellisense Systems, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status, genetic data, or or other legally protected status.

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