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Lead Software Engineer - Agentic AI
JPMC page
Jersey City, NJ
As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase with in Enterprise Technology Cloud Foundational Services, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver…
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Senior Principal Engineer, Device Design
Intel Corporation
OR · CA · AZ
- $265,480 to $374,800 USD / year
We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Principal Device Design Engineer with broad semiconductor industry expertise to drive the high-level architecture, definition, and optimization…
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WPM Integration: Defect Engineer
Intel Corporation
NM · OR
- $103,730 to $146,440 USD / year
As a WPM Advanced Packaging Defect Reduction Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in protecting yield and elevating defect performance across some of the world's most advanced…
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Mental Health Social Practitioner
Fountain House
New York, NY
- $30.58 USD / hour
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Sr Software Engineer
PayPal, Inc.
San Jose, CA
- $143,500 to $212,850 USD / year
…repeatable, maintainable way. You'll build deep skills in software design, API design, data structures, and algorithms, along with a solid grasp of business…
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High Voltage Battery Thermal CAE Engineer
Ford
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…changing world, identify new opportunities, and take action to design and innovate for the future of mobility – Ford’s vehicles and surrounding…
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Supplier Development Engineer
Swagelok Company
Solon
The Supplier Development Engineer will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sourcing on all activity required to effectively manage supplier quality requirements & supplier…
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Sr. Enterprise Systems Engineer
TEKsystems
Mason, MI
- $57 to $70 USD / hour
The Enterprise Systems group is responsible for the physical and virtual server environment, storage, and 3rd-tier OS support for systems deployed at company locations world-wide.
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Project Engineer
F6 Data Solutions
Irving, TX
…systems tailored to each project’s requirements. From early design discussions through equipment delivery and startup, we bring together technical expertise, manufacturer capabilities, and…
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Applied Research Lead, AI for Teaching
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Stanford, CA
…measures, evaluators, and feature concepts into their products; design and run the studies that test them; and publish what you learn. You will also help us study the translation process…
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PCBA Process Engineer II
Banner Engineering
Minneapolis, MN
…electrical test. We are currently looking for a PCBA Process Engineer II - NPI to provide manufacturing engineering support and technical leadership for new product introduction and early…
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Early Career Traffic Engineer
WSP
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Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, maps, technical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
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Senior Software Development Engineer, Marine & RV/Camping
Storable
Seattle, WA
Storable is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join our Marine and RV & Camping Divisions (Storable Marine and Newbook) and help build the software that powers the day-to-day…
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Columbus)
The Redesign Group
Columbus, OH
- $120,000 to $160,000 USD / year
The Redesign Group is a global technology and cybersecurity Solution Provider leveraging design thinking, interdependent subject matter expertise, and emerging technology solutions to help…
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Boston)
The Redesign Group
Boston, MA
- $120,000 to $160,000 USD / year
The Redesign Group is a global technology and cybersecurity Solution Provider leveraging design thinking, interdependent subject matter expertise, and emerging technology solutions to help…
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Mechanical Engineer II
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Mansfield, MA
The Mechanical Engineer II will collaborate with team members to design and refine cutting-edge medical devices, contributing to product testing, validation, and optimization. Working…
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Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer
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Bowhead is seeking an Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, MD. The Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership in the development,…
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Systems Engineer
Bowhead
Patuxent River, MD
Bowhead is seeking a Systems Engineer for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, MD. The Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership in identifying, developing, designing, and testing…
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Systems Analysis & Interface Documentation Engineer
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San Diego, CA
NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Systems Analysis & Interface Documentation Engineer to perform systems analysis and prepare interface information for Navy network engineering changes. The…
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Flight Software Engineer (Experienced/Senior)
The Boeing Company
El Segundo, CA · Mountain View, CA
We are seeking a Software Engineer that is passionate about space and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development,…
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Quality Engineer (Engr Supplier Quality)
The Boeing Company
Oklahoma City, OK
- $77,350 to $104,650 USD / year
Boeing is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to work in Boeing Global Services located in Oklahoma City, OK. This Supplier Quality Engineer will support BGS KC-135 Sustainment Programs.…
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Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer (Flight/Mission/System Test)
The Boeing Company
Edwards AFB, CA
Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for a Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer (Flight/Mission/System Test) to join our Bombers team at Edwards Air Force Base (AFB), CA.
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Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry & Associate Level)
The Boeing Company
Berkeley, MO
Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the Environmental Test Design Engineering team in Berkeley, MO.
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Piping Field Engineer - Testing
Bechtel Corporation
New Albany, OH
Bechtel is building a semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. Bechtel will design and build Phase 1 of the Ohio One project, a total of 2.5 million square feet, including…
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…FOIA compliance. This position reports to the Assistant County Engineer and will support all DOT…

Actalent

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA, United States

$70 to $96 USD / hour

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Pay: $70 to $96 USD / hour
Experience: 7+ years of hands-on mechanical design and engineering experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Mechanical Systems Engineer Build the Next Generation of Autonomous Systems Are you passionate about designing mission-critical hardware that performs flawlessly in some of the world's most demanding environments? Join an innovative defense technology company revolutionizing autonomous systems across air, land, sea, and space. This organization is redefining how advanced technology supports national security by combining cutting-edge software, artificial intelligence, and world-class engineering to develop rapidly deployable solutions for complex global challenges.As a Mechanical Systems Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing a groundbreaking autonomous underwater vehicle platform from a clean-sheet design. This is a rare opportunity to own critical hardware systems from concept through qualification while working in a fast-paced prototype environment where your designs have immediate impact.

What You'll Do

Design and develop actuated payload mechanisms including deployment systems, release mechanisms, doors, latches, hinges, and locking systems.
Own the complete mechanism development lifecycle from concept generation through qualification and production readiness.
Select and integrate actuators, motors, gearboxes, and drive systems for demanding applications.
Perform kinematic studies, load analyses, and tolerance stack-up evaluations.
Create detailed engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
Conduct failure mode investigations and root cause analysis to drive robust designs.
Plan and execute physical testing, environmental validation, and life-cycle qualification activities.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to rapidly iterate and mature designs.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
7+ years of hands-on mechanical design and engineering experience.
Strong background in mechanism design and actuation systems.
Experience selecting and integrating motors, actuators, gearboxes, and motion-control hardware.
Proven success taking hardware from concept through build, testing, and qualification.
Strong analytical skills with experience performing structural and load analyses.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in deployment and release mechanisms.
Experience with latches, doors, hinges, locking mechanisms, or separation systems.
Aerospace, spaceflight, defense, robotics, or autonomous vehicle experience.
Familiarity with spacecraft deployment systems and high-reliability mechanisms.
Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability.
Experience with environmental qualification, reliability testing, and life-cycle validation.
Underwater, subsea, marine, or harsh-environment actuation experience.
Ability to thrive in a rapid design-build-test environment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Significant engineering ownership and decision-making authority.
Work on a new platform rather than maintaining legacy products.
Direct involvement with prototype builds and hardware testing.
Collaborate with elite engineers solving highly complex technical challenges.
Fast-moving environment that rewards innovation, execution, and technical excellence.
Opportunity to contribute to technologies that have meaningful real-world impact.

Work Environment This position is based onsite at the company's advanced prototyping facility in Santa Ana, California. Engineers work shoulder-to-shoulder with design, manufacturing, and test teams in a highly collaborative environment focused on rapid development and continuous innovation. Onsite presence is expected five days per week. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're an engineer who enjoys building complex mechanisms, solving difficult technical challenges, and seeing your designs tested and deployed in the real world, we'd love to connect with you.Apply today to help shape the future of autonomous systems engineering.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $96.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Mechanical systems
Documentation
Root cause analysis
Mechanical engineering
Analytical skills
Locking mechanisms
Robotics

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