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Overview

We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to develop mechanical designs, custom repairs, and structural modifications for aerospace and commercial applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Design mechanical components, aircraft modifications, and structural repairs.
  • Perform engineering calculations and structural analysis.
  • Prepare technical documentation and engineering compliance reports.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and support design approvals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of engineering design experience, preferably in aviation or aerospace.
  • Strong SolidWorks skills; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
  • Understanding of ASME standards, GD&T, and engineering calculations.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and independent working skills.
  • Commercial aircraft knowledge and aviation design experience preferred.

Additional Information

  • Location: Fullerton, CA 92831 (On-site)
  • Job Type: Temp-to-Hire (6 Months)
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Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across California currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $29–$45/hr across 366 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Fullerton, CA

Fullerton, CA is a small market in our index: 2 other active welding openings alongside this one, from 2 employers. Across California as a whole we're tracking 486 other active welding openings from 233 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (35), Welding Shop in Los Angeles, CA (17), and Relativity Space (14). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

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Certifications this posting mentions

  • ASME Section IX — the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code qualification. It covers welding on pressure-retaining equipment — boilers, vessels, and process piping — where a failed weld is a safety incident rather than a rework ticket.

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