Entry-Level Staff Engineer

Job Description

Entry-Level Staff Engineer | GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an early career role at GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc., located in Chatsworth, CA. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, dedicated to empowering public sector teams and supporting high-impact government missions through people performance solutions, including custom learning, mission specialists, and technology. They serve critical agencies like the Air Force, Army, Department of Defense, and NASA, aiming to deliver measurable mission and company performance improvements. This Entry-Level Staff Engineer position is integral to their Engineering and Fabrication team, where the focus is on the design, documentation, and production of components and assemblies for the Aerospace field, offering a direct contribution to these vital government projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Chatsworth, CA (On-site)

• Team: Engineering and Fabrication team, working closely with senior engineers, technicians, and quality specialists.
• Mission: Support the design, documentation, and production of aerospace components and assemblies for high-impact government missions.
• Tech Stack: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), ASME Pressure Vessel and Piping System Designs.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Design and Model: Create and revise 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and SolidWorks for aerospace parts, tooling, and assemblies.
• Report and Present: Prepare technical reports, specifications, and presentations using the full Microsoft Office Suite.
• Shop Floor Support: Support manufacturing and prototype activities in the shop environment, including basic assembly, fit checks, troubleshooting, and assisting with builds, modifications, and test setups using hand tools.
• Quality System Development: Collaborate with Quality and Mechanical Engineering Teams to develop a clean-room testing and component cleaning operation.
• Engineering Analysis and Compliance: Perform Engineering Analyses related to ASME Pressure Vessel and Piping System Designs, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring all work complies with company procedures and aerospace industry standards.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics from an accredited institution. Early Career level.
• Experience: Working knowledge or recent academic/project experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), strong attention to detail, organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication.
• Bonus: U.S. Person status may be required for ITAR compliance, and availability to travel approximately 15% for supplier visits, customer support, or field installations.