Mechanical Engineer

Actalent

Full-time other-general
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Location
San Diego, CA, United States
Posted
July 22, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer IIJob Description
This Mechanical Engineer II role supports the design, analysis, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical and electromechanical systems for defense, space, directed energy, and advanced nuclear applications. You will work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and own hardware through the full lifecycle from concept and detailed design to prototyping, qualification, production, and field deployment. The position focuses on complex systems such as naval and shipboard equipment, satellite and space structures, high-power thermal management solutions, and reactor structural components, offering broad exposure to cutting-edge technologies and mission-critical programs.
Responsibilities

+ Design mechanical components, assemblies, and subsystems using 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or Creo.

+ Produce clear, accurate engineering drawings that comply with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)...