Mechanical Engineer III - Aircraft Integration

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced mechanical and structural engineer to play a key role in our aircraft integration efforts. You will design and develop the integration of avionics and weapons systems into multiple vehicle platforms for customers including US DoD, foreign military, and/or commercial entities. You may also serve as the technical lead for projects during both the design and test phases.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD technical data packages, including 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software.
• Design solutions for complex mechanical issues in rotary wing and fixed wing aircraft, considering weight, thermal, vibration, corrosion, and airworthiness.
• Perform classical and Finite Element Analysis.
• Write specifications, engineering analysis, and reports to obtain airworthiness certification.
• Coordinate with manufacturing engineering to identify efficiencies early in the design cycle.
• Support manufacturing engineering during the manufacturing phase.
• Develop and present formal and informal design reviews.
• Communicate effectively with Airworthiness Authorities.
• Develop installation instructions.
• Provide engineering support during prototype, validation, and verification of aircraft modifications.
• Review completed installations to ensure conformance to design.
• Support component-level qualification testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field) is preferred.
• At least 8 years of related experience.
• Experience in aircraft structures design, including sheet metal, machined, and composite parts and assemblies.
• Understanding of aircraft structures, load paths, and designing for crash loads.
• Working knowledge of material selections using the Metallic Material Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) Handbook and Composite Materials Handbook (MIL-HDBK-17).
• Knowledge of military and commercial aerospace practices, processes, specifications, and standards.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-31000, ASME standards, and associated drawing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing requirements.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, and/or Creo CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Ability to write and review airworthiness documents, plans, and test procedures.
• General understanding of manufacturability of sheet metal, machined, and composite parts and assemblies.
• Knowledge of classical and Finite Element Analysis methods.
• Working knowledge of aircraft corrosion prevention methods, techniques, and treatments.
• Familiarity with DoD aircraft technical manuals.
• Knowledge of DoD and/or FAA airworthiness certification processes and requirements.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, customer service-oriented environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devices.
• Ability to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee, and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry for short distances.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• Primarily works in an office setting with controlled temperature.