Design Engineer III

About the role

The Design Engineer’s role is to conceptualize, design, develop, test, and support deployment of aerospace and flight-worthy structures, mechanisms, mechanical products and systems. The primary focus of this position is leading design efforts, with an emphasis on supporting new business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mechanical engineering group while leading in all aspects of design
• Conceptualize, design, and develop structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems in accordance with customer requirements and customary standards
• Create 2-D mechanical layout drawings and 3-D solid model conceptual drawings
• Perform required mechanical engineering calculations and analysis of designs to ensure their safe operation in meeting designated requirements
• Verify calculations and analysis work of peers and junior engineers
• Lead design efforts on systems and sub-systems
• Document requirements for performance, compliance with customer requirements, plans, test procedures, test reports, and any other contractual specifications
• Review designs for cost, manufacturing, and quality assurance issues
• Create formal or informal engineering drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing system requirements, and inspection/quality assurance specifications in accordance with appropriate standards and specifications
• Support manufacturing, quality assurance, assembly, testing, and deployment of designs from concept to delivery. Provide technical support internally and externally
• Support proposal/presentation preparation and business development activities
• Support bench and field-testing of mechanical elements and systems
• Mentor and resource for more junior engineers

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent in relevant experience and registration
• Typically possesses 4-7 years aerospace and/or defense experience
• Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies
• Proven experience in leading design of robust hardware
• Detailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specifications
• Proficient in SolidWorks, and experienced in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

Qualifications

• None specified

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Experience with CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement*

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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