CareerPlan

Mechanical Engineer

Livermore, CA, usFull-time$122k–$186k2026-11-10 → 2026-11-11
HybridCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Design, test, and maintain mechanical systems for nuclear weapon stockpile components and experimental devices.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (nuclear defense systems)

Builds

Nuclear weapon stockpile components, experimental devices, and diagnostic systems

Domain

Defense / Nuclear Engineering

Required skills

mechanical systems design, systems engineering, fabrication and assembly, shock and vibration analysis, thermal testing, safety documentation, project management, multidisciplinary team collaboration

Preferred skills

GD&T interpretation, high explosive material design, stringent safety/security policy experience, mentoring

Technologies

CAD, GD&T, testing equipment, fabrication tools

Responsibilities

Derive engineering requirements and develop conceptual designs; assist in detail design, fabrication, and assembly; perform testing and analyze results; prepare safety and engineering documentation; generate project plans and budgets; interface with internal and external organizations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC (SES.1/SES.2 levels)