Mechanical Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual development and modeling of energetic components and systems for aerospace and defense programs.
• Interact with program teams and customers to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Responsible for the design from conception through qualification and production.
• Develop 3D product models to meet customer design requirements.
• Select material specification to meet environmental requirements.
• Incorporate design for manufacturing, cost, and performance.
• Generate 2D drawings as required for TDP creation.
• Interact with customers on design, interface, and functional details.
• Support project and operations teams.
• Support existing products and product upgrades.
• Participate in failure analysis activities.
• Perform design trade studies and hand calculations.
• Support bid and proposal activities.

Requirements

• A BS/MS in an engineering discipline and experience with the design of aerospace and defense products.
• Significant years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree.
• Demonstrated experience generating 3D models & 2D drawings.
• Understands requirements in customer and military specifications and how they apply to design.
• Understands GD&T and how it effects part cost and manufacturability.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and with customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite software.

Desired Skills

• CAD experience; SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience with energetic materials.
• Demonstrated history of driving tasks to closure.