Mechanical Engineer

Summary Creates basic designs of VIP aircraft interiors, structures for Fit, Form and Function to meet customer criteria, quality standards, FAA requirements, budget and project schedules using Computer Aided Drafting/Design tools. Responsibilities Designs mechanical aircraft interior furnishing and/or structures such as ceilings, sidewalls, OEM mods, flooring, floor structure, and ceiling grids. Analyzes and interprets subsystem and project specifications. Selects materials for mechanical designs based on structural needs and materials specifications. Evaluates trade-offs in materials, hardness, composites, treatments, coatings, and other selections to best meet design objectives. Works with materials suppliers and material testing when needed. Applies experience and knowledge and works with Manufacturing Engineers to optimize designs for reduced parts counts, reduced manufacturing costs, reduced assembly error, and other factors affecting production cost and quality. Understands Bills of Materials, assembly concepts, fabrication specifications. Ensures designs meet customer criteria, quality standards and FAA requirements. Adheres to budget and project schedules. Provides design guidance and feedback to other engineering personnel. Maintains state‑of‑the‑art knowledge in mechanical design practices, materials, components, and software design tools. Independently finds or creates solutions to problems requiring research, resourcefulness and creativity. Provides liaison engineering support. Maintains regular attendance including being at work, being on time to work and working full shifts. Other duties as assigned. Competencies Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, and keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods. Dependability – Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance. Initiative – Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests. Work Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality. Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate people in decision‑making processes, and makes timely decisions. Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge, learns and applies new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, understands how the job relates to others, and uses resources effectively. Broad and diverse knowledge of multiple disciplines: Mechanical: lower and upper attached structure, monuments, ceilings, side walls, flooring, placards, OEM modifications, etc. Avionics: Locating, provisioning, and installations for LRUs (electrical equipment). Education, Experience & Certification Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in engineering, a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Aviation background and aircraft interior experience preferred. Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company, foreign government, foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong Computer Aided Drafting/Design skills, both 3D (Inventor preferred) and 2D (AutoCAD) Familiarity with industry standard practices, fasteners, materials, and component parts. Also the ability to search and specify new supplied parts. Understanding of manufacturing methodologies, design‑for‑manufacturing and assembly, costing, and material selection. Knowledge of industry design, documentation, and drafting (ANSI Y14.5) standards. Understanding of mechanical motion modeling, and weight and balance analysis. Ability to check engineering drawings for Fit, Form and Function. Ability to meet high expectations for strict schedule, budget and technical solutions with minimal margin of error. Ability to adapt to tailored processes designed for prototype engineering (vs. production engineering). Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally as part of an established and growing team. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to sit for extended periods of time, use hands to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and have close/color vision ability to adjust focus. Ability to travel as required. Ability to work outside of core business hours as required. Salary & Benefits The expected WA salary range for this position is between $90,000.00 - $124,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental & vision), life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match. EEO Statement We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Greenpoint Technologies, Inc.