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Mechanical Engineer

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Mechanical Engineer

Santa Barbara Infrared, Inc. (SBIR) – Santa Barbara, CA

About Us

Santa Barbara Infrared, Inc. (SBIR), a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation (NYSE: HEI, HEI.A), designs and manufactures advanced infrared (IR) and electro-optical (E-O) test instrumentation used worldwide. Our products support the testing of military and commercial sensor systems in laboratory, production, depot, and field environments. SBIR has built its reputation as a fast-paced, innovative company that provides highly engineered, cost-effective solutions to the aerospace and defense community.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and test precision mechanical systems for IR test equipment. In this role, you’ll create and refine designs, support product integration, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions. Your work will directly impact the performance of next-generation optical test systems used by global aerospace and defense leaders. This is a hands-on, on-site role in Santa Barbara, CA.

$115,000/yr. to $150,000/yr., DOE

On-Site

Responsibilities

  • Own the complete lifecycle of IR and E-O hardware including design, development, and testing of mechanical systems and precision optical mounts/mechanisms.
  • Create hardware designs suitable for high mix, low volume production (CNC, sheet metal, AM, etc.) while adhering to budgetary, schedule, and customer requirements.
  • Partner with project managers, system engineers, vendors, and production staff to support manufacturing and rapidly implement performance, reliability, and quality improvements.
  • Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including fabrication/assembly drawings, BOMs, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of related experience.
  • Proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks Preferred) and solid knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-ups.
  • Demonstrated experience owning designs through full lifecycle, applicable to high-complexity, low-volume manufacturing.
  • Ability to work independently and in collaborative, team-oriented environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

  • Familiarity with Engineering Change Processes (ECOs), revision control, and product data management (PDM/PLM) systems.
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or thermal modeling/simulation.
  • Background in optical systems, vacuum Dewar design, or electro-mechanical packaging.
  • Hands-on experience with precision mechanisms, assemblies, or test fixtures.

Additional Information

Due to US Export Control Regulations compliance, eligible candidates MUST be a US citizen, permanent resident or a person who has been granted asylum; proper documentation required. Pre-employment verifications: must pass background, reference and ITAR/EAR checks in addition to a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, HSA, FSA, 9/80 alternate work week schedule, LTD, life insurance, and more.

Equal Opportunity

SBIR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled).

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