Senior Design Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a Engineer III rfor a Contract to Hire job with a client in San Diego CA 92123 (Onsite) roles. Ideally we are looking for candidates having Aerospace and Gas Turbine experience.

Pay Range: $65-$75/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

1.0 Summary of Job Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced engineer with a strong background in gearbox design to join our skilled engineering team. The engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and validation of gearboxes for gas turbine engines, supporting programs from concept through production and sustainment.

2.0 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop gearbox systems for gas turbine engines.

• Design gas turbine components for the powerhead, LRUs, and other equipment.

• Perform detailed mechanical design, including gear geometry, housing, bearings, seals, shafts, and lubrication systems.

• Conduct analytical studies (load analysis, thermal, FEA, fatigue) to ensure mechanical integrity and performance comply with customer and airworthiness specifications.

• Prepare and review engineering documentation including 3D models, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.

4.0 Required Competencies; Education / Knowledge / Skills and Abilities:

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field.

• 10+ years’ experience in gearbox development with gas turbine designs or within aerospace.

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g, CATIA, NX) and analysis tools (ANSYS).

• Familiarity with materials, coatings, and heat treatment processes relevant to gearbox components.

• Experience with aerospace standards and design practices.

• Demonstrated experience with Dimensioning and Tolerancing ASME Y14.5-2009 (GD&T).

• Demonstrated Experience with Stack Up Analysis.

5.0 Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of lubrication systems, thermal management, and tribology.

• Experience in designs that comply with airworthiness rules and aviation standards as related to commercial aircraft engines.

• Understand the operation of aircraft Auxiliary Power Units and related systems.

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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