Intellisense 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 (preferred), 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, et c.

• 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 Residency, 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 race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.

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