SolidWorks Designer

Job Description

CTR Group is seeking a Mechanical CAD Designer - SolidWorks for an Aerospace Company in the Newport News, VA area. Active Secret Clearance or clearance eligibility required.

Pay Range: $30 - $40 per Hour with Benefits

SUMMARY:

• Creates 3D solid models of mechanical components based on aerodynamic and mechanical interface requirements. Works with engineering personnel to ensure designs are robust and the fabrication team to ensure components are manufacturable.
• Creates and checks 2D drawings of detail parts and assemblies to ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Identifies and selects standard components (i.e. fasteners, O-rings, fittings, etc.) for use in the design. Assists in the generation of the project Bill of Material.
• Performs tolerance stacks to support fits and clearance analysis.
• Assists in the generation of assembly procedures, interface control documents, instrumentation layouts, mass property summaries, design reviews, and other engineering related outputs.
• Assists in the planning (budget & schedule) of the drawing effort for new and proposed tasks; directs, assists and checks the output of other design team members; and communicates progress to engineering leads.

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Associate's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in high speed airbreathing propulsion or similar industry; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above.

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Experience with design and analysis of ramjet and scramjet engines and related vehicle system design and analysis.
• Demonstrated application of engineering design and analysis codes for engine flowpaths, cycle analysis for different classes of propulsion systems, and aerothermal analysis.
• Deep competency in thermodynamics and gas dynamics, including experience with propulsion system related analysis tools (e.g., CEA and REFPROP).
• Strong programming skills for modeling and analysis (e.g., Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Fortran, or C++), including scripting for automation of simulations and data reduction.
• Experience with high-speed vehicle design, propulsion / airframe integration, and / or trajectory analysis, CFD, and optimization codes a plus.
• Familiarity with ground or flight testing of airbreathing propulsion systems.
• Strong analytical mindset with rigorous attention to validation, verification, and engineering accuracy.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering plans, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Clearance is definitely preferred but if the candidate is eligible (clear background, USA citizen, etc) that works too!
• US citizenship required

CTR Group has been a leader in its industry for over 35 years and is rated highly on Google, Indeed and Facebook for being a great company to work for. If you enjoy being a part of a great team, apply today and check out our website for more information.

CTR Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and defined requirements of the job, not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other protected status. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified.