Mechanical Engineer IV

Sr. Mechanical EngineerCrane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!The Mechanical Engineer IV is a senior contributor who works highly independently and uses originality, ingenuity and established procedures to perform engineering duties in researching, planning, designing, and developing products for use in the Aerospace or Electronics marketplace. The Mechanical Engineer IV specializes in complex technical matters, works within a collaborative Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment, and is responsible for multiple independent tasks.Essential Functions:Work effectively with all functional groups to achieve product performance and cost targets. Build quality and manufacturability into the design. Define/understand/comply with company and regulatory guidelines to assure a safe operating environment.Support continuous process improvement activities including Kaizen, 5S practices to ensure an organized and efficient working environment, and personal development.Demonstrate proficiency with verbal and written English for technical reports, presentations, analyses, or other communications at the appropriate level throughout the organization.Understand, decompose, and define product and process requirements to support product development, sustaining and R&D.Plan, estimate, prioritize, and manage work activities to support meeting project schedules and budgets.Utilize experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Produce thorough and accurate design and development work of suitable complexity that meets all customer specifications and company requirements for schedule, cost, producibility, quality, and reliability.Utilize proficient problem-solving processes, documentation, tools and analyses to quickly and effectively identify root cause and corrective actions to technical challenges and/or issue in support of product development and product sustaining assignments.Generate and review product development documentation including proposals, technical reports, procedures, correspondence, etc. necessary to satisfy customer and program requirements.Self-directed and motivated while working and communicating effectively within a team environment that consists of several engineering, operations, quality, and business disciplines.Mentor junior engineers and others in the area of expertise.Provide support of IPT activities in collaboration with other technical, operations, quality, and business disciplines.Generate models and conduct analyses that are in compliance with customer requirements and appropriate agenciesPerform design experiments and evaluate test results to validate analysisGenerate and review documentation related to product development and prepare technical reports and documentation necessary to satisfy customer and program requirements, including proposals, procedures, reports, correspondence, etc.Any other task assigned by supervisor or managementEligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).Minimum Qualifications :Experience: 8+ years of relevant work experienceEducation/Certification: BA or BS Degree in an engineering discipline. Master's or PhD preferred.Knowledge:Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering Principles, including mechanics of materials, shock, vibration, heat transfer, and dimensional tolerance analysisKnowledge of electronics packagingSkills/AbilitiesProficiency with mechanical 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Inventor, and familiarity with numerical analysis softwareTop Benefits:As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the monthTime Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company matchEducation Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employmentIn our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.Working Conditions :Standard office environmentWorking conditions are normal for a manufacturing environmentManufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPEMay be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumesRequires work with small to medium-size hand and power toolsOccasional travel to customer and outside test lab facilities for technical interchange meetings, design reviews, product testing support, and to attend technical seminarsMay need to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)Standing: 10%*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskSitting: 90%*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskLifting (in pounds): up to 20 poundsPushing (in pounds): up to 20 poundsMental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinetsWorkspace: cubicle/desk/labSalary range: $150,800 - 177,400. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.