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Opto-Mechanical Engineer ; College Grad - QE

Job in San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listing for: Quartus Engineering
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 64693 USD Yearly USD 64693.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Opto-Mechanical Engineer I (New College Grad) - 058QE

Opto-Mechanical Engineer I (New College Grad) - 058QE

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Quartus Engineering Incorporated () est un fournisseur de services d’ingénierie et de solutions matérielles intégrées pour une large gamme de clients et d’industries. Nous utilisons des outils de CAE avancés pour l’optique, la structure, la thermique et les analyses couplées.

About Aerospace Sector

Quartus est un contributeur clé aux avancées aérospatiales, spécialisé dans la simulation d’ingénierie et les matériels sur mesure. Nous avons joué un rôle essentiel dans de nombreux projets de free‑space, de lancement et de vaisseaux spatiaux, y compris le projet du télescope James Webb de la NASA pendant 17 années, couvrant conception, analyse et tests. Quartus est impliqué dans les systèmes de service spatial, de montage et de fabrication (ISAM) de pointe.

Notre expertise couvre la conception structurelle d’aéronefs, l’analyse et les tests, y compris le soutien aux certifications FAA.

What will you do?

En tant qu’ingénieur opto‑mécanique, vous concevrez et développerez des mécaniques robustes pour des systèmes optiques haute performance dans des environnements exigeants. Vous travaillerez au sein d’une équipe d’ingénieurs inter‑disciplinaires créatifs pour répondre aux exigences des projets et des clients et vous exposerez à une variété de systèmes optiques, de la télédétection aérienne à l’automatisation industrielle et beaucoup plus. Chez Quartus, vous participerez à l’ensemble du cycle de vie du projet, de la conception conceptuelle à la réalisation et à l’alignement.

Essential

Job Functions
  • Design and develop opto‑mechanical assemblies and sub‑systems
  • Design and build prototypes, create detailed drawings and instructions for production
  • Perform risk and tolerance analysis and perform subsystem FMEAs
  • Drive appropriate mechanical design elements by building a tolerance budget for each component
  • Responsible for technical documentation (Models, CAD drawings, simulations, BOMs, etc.)
  • Work closely with program manager and customer on technical requirements
  • Work on projects independently, and with a multi‑disciplined team of engineers and technicians
Location

Position is based in San Diego, CA with a hybrid schedule.*

  • The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.
What are we looking for?
  • BS and/or MS in Mechanical or similar Engineering field and/or equivalent experience
  • 0–1 years of experience in Design using CAD/CAE software (Solidworks preferred)
  • Design validation using proper finite element analysis techniques
  • GD&T application per ASME Y14.5M
  • Mechanical design for precision assemblies in challenging environments
  • Precision motion control
  • Heat transfer and design for thermal management solutions
  • Must be a US Person (U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with opto‑mechanical design and integration for high‑performance optical systems in challenging environments
  • Experience with optical system design and opto‑mechanical packaging
Compensation And Benefits

Opto‑Mechanical Engineer I pay range: $64,693.94 – *

  • This pay range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility:
Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance‑based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

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