Mechanical Design Engineer
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Salary$105k – $157k
LocationThousand Oaks, CA
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 17, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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University degree (Bachelor's degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Experience developing products for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Urban Air Mobility (UAM), eVTOL, electrified aircraft, fly-by-wire systems, or next-generation aerospace platforms
Experience designing safety-critical aerospace hardware in highly regulated environments, including familiarity with FAA and EASA regulatory frameworks, certification processes, and airworthiness requirements
Demonstrated ability to translate customer concepts into manufacturable product designs through all phases of development
Experience with aerospace certification and qualification testing, including environmental, vibration, mechanical, and reliability requirements
Passion for innovation and emerging aerospace technologies with a desire to help shape the next generation of flight systems
This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization
Skills
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Education reimbursement
Wellness programs
401(k)
Retirement plan
Vacation
Flex time
Sick leave
Bereavement leave
Parental leave
Short term incentive
Long term incentive
About the role
Join Sensata Aerospace in shaping the future of flight.
We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, validation, documentation, and release of next-generation aerospace cockpit control systems and pilot interface products for commercial, military, and emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft. This role is a key contributor to one of Sensata’s strategic growth initiatives focused on developing innovative technologies that support the evolution of more electrified, connected, and autonomous aircraft platforms.
Working within a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment, you will drive mechanical design activities from concept through production launch while partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Customers, and Engineering teams. This is an opportunity to influence the architecture and development of cutting-edge cockpit controls, pilot interfaces, and aerospace systems that will help define the next generation of flight.
The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a passion for innovation, and a desire to solve complex engineering challenges in safety-critical aerospace applications.
General Responsibilities
• Leverages engineering fundamentals and organization to make sound decisions on complex technical issues
• Detailed understanding of market and implications for business
• Proactively challenge and drives the organization to deliver improved quality and performance related to engineering design
• Product Strategy participant and driver
• Maintain product documentation (drawings and specifications)
• Direct interaction with customers to solicit product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget
Experience / Qualifications
• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Nice to have
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience developing products for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Urban Air Mobility (UAM), eVTOL, electrified aircraft, fly-by-wire systems, or next-generation aerospace platforms.
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Experience designing safety-critical aerospace hardware in highly regulated environments, including familiarity with FAA and EASA regulatory frameworks, certification processes, and airworthiness requirements.
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Demonstrated ability to translate customer concepts into manufacturable product designs through all phases of development.
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Experience with aerospace certification and qualification testing, including environmental, vibration, mechanical, and reliability requirements.
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Passion for innovation and emerging aerospace technologies with a desire to help shape the next generation of flight systems.
Legal
This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.
Base Salary Range: $ 104,560.00 - 156,840.00
Benefits
At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.
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Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
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