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Posted: 04/15/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 31707 Job Location: Onsite Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Position Title: Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanical Engineer III

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a GSE Engineer with our client in North Hollywood, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

Apply engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, and repair mechanical systems and hardware.
Serve as a primary mechanical engineering point of contact for integration and assembly activities, including:
- Defining and optimizing assembly sequences and build flows.
- Identifying, prioritizing, and planning available work.
- Resolving technical and procedural roadblocks to facilitate integration tasks.
Develop and release engineering artifacts (3D models, drawings, specifications, work instructions) to support hardware fabrication, assembly, verification, test, and operations.
Design and maintain mechanical ground support equipment (GSE) and tooling (fixtures, alignment tools, lift/handling devices, check-out equipment) to support safe and efficient integration and test.
Provide hands-on, on-the-floor engineering support during assembly and integration:
- Work directly with technicians to resolve fit, alignment, and access issues.
- Support nonconformance resolution, rework plans, and rapid design updates.
Implement and improve operating procedures and processes; resolve system malfunctions and provide clear technical guidance to stakeholders.
Research and analyze design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other technical data to evaluate feasibility, cost, risk, and maintenance requirements.
Specify system components and direct modifications to ensure conformance with engineering design intent, performance requirements, and applicable standards.
Investigate equipment failures and integration issues; diagnose root causes and develop corrective actions and recommendations for maintenance and operations teams.
Collaborate with systems engineering, manufacturing, quality, test, and supply chain to ensure designs are producible, maintainable, and verifiable.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
5+ years of recent experience designing aerospace or equivalent mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo, NX, CATIA, SolidWorks).
Experience with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes, and quality control for tubing/piping, welded assemblies, and machined components.
Demonstrated understanding of metallic and non-metallic materials, finishes, and treatments.
Hands-on experience in an assembly, integration, or test environment, working directly with technicians to troubleshoot build issues and implement design changes and GSE/tooling solutions.

Desired Job Qualifications:

Experience with complex electromechanical system
Experience with exotic material such as ceramics
Experience in GSE or tooling design for aerospace assembly and test environments.
Proficiency in Creo (Pro/ENGINEER).
Experience performing structural FEA using ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar tools.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract
Location: North Hollywood, CA(Onsite).
Pay rate: $70-$85/hr.
ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Meet Your Recruiter

Chris Walsh

Since 2013, I have met many bright-minded and interesting people while recruiting for Protingent. For the last decade, I have specialized in hardware and software product development engineering recruitment. My recruiting style is to build a strong, lasting relationship while I help you achieve your career goals. I am a straightforward, open-minded individual who treats others as I wish to be treated. I enjoy playing golf and watching sports and appreciate fine wine and food. Let’s get started today.

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