Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Save this search

Added just now
Engineer Lead, Data
FIS Management Services LLC
United States
…most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative,…
Added just now
Data Engineer
FIS Management Services LLC
United States
…most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative,…
Added 1 min ago
T
Software Engineer II, AI Security
Tanium
Durham, NC
- $154,000 to $236,000 USD / year
Tanium is seeking a Software Engineer II to help build a new AI Security solution that enables the world's largest enterprises to secure AI agents and the endpoints they run on. In this…
Added 1 min ago
IC
Senior Principal Engineer, Device Design
Intel Corporation
OR · CA · AZ
- $265,480 to $374,800 USD / year
…capabilities to external customers worldwide. Our Manufacturing Development and Customer Engineering (MDCE) organization is at the forefront of this transformation-focusing on technology…
Added 1 min ago
PI
Sr Software Engineer
PayPal, Inc.
San Jose, CA
- $143,500 to $212,850 USD / year
Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more…
Added 2 mins ago
Lead Software Engineer-Simulation
The Boeing Company
Berkeley, MO
The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Lead Software Engineer-Simulation (Level 5) to join the Flight Simulation | Labs team located in Berkeley, MO. Flight Simulation | Labs provides…
Added 2 mins ago
T
Mid-level Enterprise Systems Engineer
TEKsystems
Mason, MI
- $45 to $55 USD / hour
Plan, design, test, implement, troubleshoot enterprise server and storage systems
Added 2 mins ago
T
Sr. Enterprise Systems Engineer
TEKsystems
Mason, MI
- $57 to $70 USD / hour
This role is responsible for the development of the overall vision to solve a given business or technology problem, and to transform that vision through execution into the solution.
Added 2 mins ago
T
Embedded Software Engineer III - Tactical Communications & Waveform Systems
TEKsystems
San Diego, CA
- $50 to $80 USD / hour
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop, integrate, and enhance mission-critical software supporting advanced tactical communications systems.…
Added 3 mins ago
Sr. AI DevOps Developer(Korean Bilingual)
SBT Global, Inc.
Plano, TX
We are seeking an AI DevOps Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and support enterprise AI agents and Generative AI solutions for clients, primarily in the consumer electronics and retail…
Added 3 mins ago
T
MQ/ Kafka Automation Engineer
TEKsystems
Plano, TX
- $89.74 USD / hour
Title: MQ/ Kafka Automation Engineer Rate: 89.74hr Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid on site: 3 days per week) MUST WORK ON DIRECT W2 (No C2C) TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Systems…
Added 3 mins ago
T
MQ/ Kafka Automation Engineer
TEKsystems
Charlotte, NC
- $89.74 USD / hour
Title: MQ/ Kafka Automation Engineer Rate: 89.74hr Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid on site: 3 days per week) MUST WORK ON DIRECT W2 (No C2C) TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Systems…
Added 3 mins ago
QA Automation Engineer – Guidewire PolicyCenter
Derex Technologies Inc
Plano, TX
We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer with a strong background in Guidewire PolicyCenter and modern test automation practices. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on…
Added 4 mins ago
Enterprise - Test Engineer - Playwright, JavaScript, RESTful
Erias Ventures, LLC
Annapolis Junction, MD
We are seeking an Automated Test Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of the RAD system. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate about software quality,…
Added 4 mins ago
Electro - Mechanical Design Engineer - R&D
Wilson Tool International
White Bear Lake, MN
Design and develop electro-mechanical products, subsystems, test fixtures, and technology demonstrators.
Added 4 mins ago
PCBA Process Engineer II
Banner Engineering
Minneapolis, MN
…board assembly (PCBA) operation that includes surface mount technology (SMT), chip-on-board (COB), automated and manual through-hole soldering, depanelization, and electrical test. We are…
Added 7 mins ago
Data Engineer
FIS Global
Atlanta, GA
…most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative,…
Added 7 mins ago
Engineer Lead, Data
FIS Global
Atlanta, GA
…most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative,…
Added 8 mins ago
Research Scientist/Engineer Senior
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
The Sr. Manager, CMC Development & Operations leads the transition of the Institute for Protein Design's (IPD) computationally designed proteins and nanoparticle vaccines from discovery…
Added 9 mins ago
Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Peak Energy
Burlingame, CA
Peak Energy is looking for a DevOps Engineer to build and scale the cloud infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and automation systems supporting our grid-scale battery storage technology.
Added 9 mins ago
Staff Engineer
WEX Inc
Remote, United States
AI DLC Mastery: Champion the use of AI tools across the development lifecycle to write code faster, refactor legacy code into modern Java, and generate robust test suites.
Added 9 mins ago
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.
Added 11 mins ago
Piping Field Engineer - Testing
Bechtel Corporation
New Albany, OH
The Piping Field Engineer - Testing supports the project pressure testing program for piping, tubing, and components. Reporting to the Lead Pipe Testing Field Engineer, you will prepare…
Added 16 mins ago
GRC Architect/ Information Security Manager- US
USA7 DXC Technology Services LLC
ANY CITY, TX
DXC Technology is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations - helping them…
Added 17 mins ago
Python Full Stack Engineer - Professional
HEXAWARE
United States
…deep into and identify the source of our motivation. Although technology is at the core of our solutions, it is still the people and their passion that fuel Hexaware s commitment towards…

Actalent

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA, United States

$70 to $96 USD / hour

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Skills

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

Report this job