Development Engineer

Development EngineerAt Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!EBAD seeks an engineer for the position Development Engineer, reporting to the Product Development Engineering Lead.Responsibilities:The development engineer (DE) is the technical lead on internal and external projects and is responsible for all technical and schedule aspects of the project/product from concept through development, qualification and production. Primary duties include:Development and maintenance of the technical data package, product testing requirements and methods.Create 3D conceptual models to meet customer design requirementsPerform design trade studies and hand calculationsPerform tolerance studies to ensure design fidelityInteract with customers on design, interface and functional detailsInteract with suppliers to rapid prototype parts for risk reduction testingRequirements generation, allocation, and flow downTechnical compliance and risk assessment/managementCoordination of project team technical tasksCost estimating and management for both proposal and program activityAdditional duties include coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval for this documentation.Requirements:The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and experience in project, design or related engineering experience. Mechanical and/or Aerospace are the preferred engineering disciplines.Required experience includes:Proven leadership of technical teamsAbility to apply customer requirements and government/military specifications to designDemonstrated experience generating 3D models & 2D drawings, SolidWorks preferredCapable of applying GD&T, and understanding how it effects part costStrong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and customersDemonstrated competency in problem solving and root cause analysisMust have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.Preferred Skills:Experience with product development, rapid prototyping, and manufacturing processesExperience with all Microsoft Office tools including MS ProjectANSYS and Solid Works experienceEnsign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.