Entry-Level Staff Engineer

Job Description

About the Opportunity: Entry-Level Staff Engineer

Join GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, and make a significant impact in the Public Sector. We are dedicated to supporting high-impact government missions by empowering public sector teams through innovative people performance solutions.

Our work directly supports mission-critical government agencies, including:

• Air Force
• Army
• Department of Defense (DoD)
• Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
• Department of Homeland Security
• NASA
• National Highway Institute (NHI) | Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
• State & Local Governments

Our mission is to deliver innovative people performance through off-the-shelf and custom learning, mission specialists, and technology solutions. We build deep partnerships with customers to help them achieve measurable mission and company performance improvements.

GP Strategies Corporation, our corporate parent, is a global leader in talent transformation, empowering organizations to unlock their full potential. With over 50 years of experience supporting more than 6,000 global organizations, we combine human expertise with AI-driven insights to deliver customized strategies that upskill talent, drive technology adoption, and optimize critical processes.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Engineer to join our Engineering and Fabrication team at our Chatsworth, CA facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing and design environment. You will support the design, documentation, and production of components and assemblies utilized in the Aerospace field, working closely with senior engineers, technicians, and quality specialists. The role includes occasional travel and requires comfort working on the shop floor, as well as in an office/desk environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and revise 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for aerospace parts, tooling, and assemblies.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and presentations using the full Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
• Support manufacturing and prototype activities in the shop environment, including basic assembly, fit checks, and troubleshooting.
• Work with Quality and Mechanical Engineering Teams to develop a clean-room testing and component cleaning operation.
• Use basic hand tools (wrenches, drills, calipers, torque tools, etc.) to assist with builds, modifications, and test setups.
• Participate in design reviews, engineering change orders, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel up to 15% of the time for supplier visits, customer support, field installations, and work at various client facilities in California and Florida.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure all work complies with company procedures and aerospace industry standards.
• Perform Engineering Analyses as it pertains to ASME Pressure Vessel and Piping System Designs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics from an accredited institution (required).

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge or recent academic/project experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Other Requirements

• Must be available to travel approximately 15% of the time.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. Person status may be required (ITAR compliance).

Physical Requirements (Chatsworth, CA)

General physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment. For the Chatsworth, CA assignment, requirements include:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Comfortable working in a shop/manufacturing environment (exposure to noise, dust, and machinery).
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Willing and able to use basic hand tools safely and effectively.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary for entry-level aerospace engineers.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO).
• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced aerospace engineers.
• Opportunity to grow within a stable, growing aerospace organization.

If you are a recent engineering graduate eager to launch your career in aerospace manufacturing and design, we encourage you to apply. This role provides the perfect blend of CAD work, shop-floor experience, and real-world aerospace projects.

At GP Strategies Government Solutions, our culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That’s how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter.

GP Strategies Government Solutions is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.