Mechanical Engineer

• Perform technical analysis associated with the assigned task area for problems with specific objectives and requiring investigation of a limited number of variables

• Some exercise of judgment is required on task details and in making recommendations on technical alternatives, component design or selection, and/or adaptation to meet assigned requirements

• Research and select materials based on customer’s strength requirements or tooling requirements

• Create drawings from 3D Models in accordance with ASME standards

• Reverse engineer parts and assemblies using standard Machine Shop Inspection tools and equipment to fill in missing or incorrect data in drawings

• Manage projects and coordinate all procurement and fabrication to meet the program cost and schedule requirements

• Utilize derived requirements to design aircraft components and perform FEA to prove sufficient strength

• Select vendors based on capabilities and manage them throughout project’s timeframe

• Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes (ISO9001, AS9100D, and NADCAP)

• Support continuous improvement

• Write detailed build, assembly, inspection, and production instructions to assist the production team

• Identify root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for discrepancies and deficiency

• Utilize the lean manufacturing approach to make the manufacturing process more efficient

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications

• Support organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests

• Perform duties under supervision of senior engineer(s)

• Capable of following, performing, and recording the results of the execution of a test plan

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training (both required and desired):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or other relevant engineering or science discipline required

Experience:

• 2+ years of professional experience in the required task area

• Experience with:

• Reading and interpreting government 2D drawings

• Designing tooling to manufacture, repair, and assemble aircraft parts and other productsComposites manufacturing design preferred

• Composites manufacturing design preferred

• Experience with additive manufacturing preferred

• Experience with NX and/or SolidWorks and the ability to Model complex, lofted aerospace parts preferred

• Experience with tooling and fixture design, structural analysis, environmental systems or test a plus

• Experience with Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and corrosion background preferred

Security:

• Must be a US citizen

• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms

• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk

• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)

• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development

• Wellness Resources

Salary:

The projected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.