Mechanical Engineer 3
Group: Aerospace Group N. America
Division: Fire, Safety & Power Systems (FPS)
Location : USA Simi Valley, CA - Voyager
Job Family : Engineering
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Apr 3, 2026
Job ID : 64225
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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
Parker Meggitt, an addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.
MECHANICAL ENGNEER 3
Position Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer III leads the development and optimization of core products by driving advanced research, analysis, design, and validation of mechanical components, processes, and systems. This role owns portions of complex programs, setting technical direction, resolving higher-complexity design challenges, and ensuring design intent is met across performance, reliability, manufacturability, and compliance targets. They spearhead engineering projects, coordinate cross-functional teams within the business unit, and serves as a primary technical interface with customers and suppliers through regular, proactive engagement.
Responsibilities:
Applies?the engineering design process to develop conceptual and detailed product specifications by analyzing performance and customer requirements. Investigates design factors such as function, pressure vs temperature curves, materials, performance, interchangeability, cost (non-recurring and recurring), operational efficiency, and contractual requirements.?May develop?preliminary designs from?customer?input?and descriptive?information?provided by others.
Applies?scientific analysis and?mathematical models?to predict?and measure the?outcome and consequence of design alternatives. Interprets and validates test results for accuracy and precision. Generates product validation and verification procedures to achieve customer and product specifications. May utilize and interpret predictive models to simulate and verify design concepts.
Provides?technical?information?for?review?with product?engineering?teams?using established?engineering practices, standards, and documentation methods (e.g. structured design process; customer design reviews). Writes supporting documentation for procedures and technical reports; may write technical responses or proposals for customers.
Contributes?to the?completion?milestones?associated with specific?projects (e.g.?create?functional diagrams and system layouts; review detailed drawings and schematics; define data structure, interfaces and programming logic; analyze material requirements; research customer data item requirements). Maintain efforts within defined cost and schedule constraints including status and root cause/corrective actions of associated variances.
Reviews product specifications to ensure clarity, completeness, form, fit, function, and conformity to standards and procedures.?Applies problem?solving techniques to?identify and resolve?design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, and recommends revisions, engineering change orders, and improvements to engineering management or the project team.
Shares?specialized?knowledge?with others.?Assigned?to mentor?new?employees.?May represent?the?company on specific projects or engineering tasks.
Supports product?strategy?and?technology?roadmap?development
Qualifications:
Has a thorough knowledge?of?product?area and domain and develops?breadth of?knowledge?of?industry practices, techniques, regulations, and policies.
Proficient?with?engineering?design and analysis tools;?ability?to use standard software?packages.?May require using specialized software applications or languages.
Ability?to?apply?standard?practices?and?techniques?in?specific?situations,?adjust?and?correlate?data,?recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
Ability to work with?general objectives regarding projects?and?team?goals;?applies judgment?in selecting procedures and techniques that should be applied. Works collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficient?with?standard?project management?tools?and?practices.
Ability to effectively communicate and present status, actions, recommendations, and other technical information with clarity and precision.?Responsive to?inquiries?from?other?engineering?and business teams.
Preferred, but not required: Experience with pressure vessels, pressure switches, and electro/mechanical design experience.?
Education & Experience:
Education requirement: Bachelor's degree (BS) in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering or adjacent science technical discipline.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through 5 or more years of related experience.
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Drug-Free Workplace - In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
Competitive Compensation
Pay Range: $100300 to $166900 annually
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
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