Entry-Level Engineer (Mechanical, Aerospace or Physics) at GP Strategies Government Solutions Inc – Chatsworth, California

Come make an impact in the Public Sector! Join our team to do meaningful work and support high-impact government missions.

GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. Government Training Solutions | GP Strategies, a wholly owned subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, focuses on helping every public sector team unlock its full potential through 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 meaningful and powerful: to deliver innovative people performance through off the shelf and custom learning, mission specialists, and technology solutions, building deep partnerships with customers to help them achieve measurable mission and company performance improvements.

GP Strategies Corporation, the corporate parent of GP Strategies Government Solutions, is a global leader in talent transformation, dedicated to empowering organizations to unlock their full potential. We help businesses enhance workforce performance and achieve strategic goals through innovative, technology-enabled learning solutions. For over 50 years, with a proven track record of supporting over 6,000 global organizations worldwide, 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 while 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 a 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 with developing 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 or 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:

• 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)

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment.

Assignment Location – Chatsworth, CA

• Physical & Work Environment Requirements
• 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.

At GP Strategies Government Solutions 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