Mechanical Engineer I

The Mechanical Engineer I will work with assigned engineering teams to support the design and analysis of either:

Aircraft modifications and upgrades.
• Ground vehicle and/or CONEX shelter modifications.

• Support the development of new design concepts utilizing information from customer requirements, existing drawings, and on-site surveys as a team member or as mechanical lead.
• Use of mock-ups and / or 3D printed parts on bench top or on platform to verify fit or other functional requirements prior to committing to a final design.
• Convert design concepts and requirements into detailed designs for assemblies, sub-assemblies, and the supporting piece parts using 3D CAD software.
• Familiar with interpretation and utilization of GD&T (AMSE 14.5).
• Support modification development programs from initial site surveys, through design / analysis, manufacturing and integration support, to project completion.
• Prepares, reviews, and evaluates documentation, specifications, test plans and procedures.
• Experienced with the development of briefing material for design review milestones (SRR, PDR, CDR) and supporting presentations to the customer.
• Possesses knowledge of industry practices, standards, and technology in the aviation or ground systems arena.
• Assists in definition, trade-off, and design activity. Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes design interfaces.
• Develop or support the development of engineering reports such as Weight and Balance Reports using calculated and / or actual weight data covering new installs as well as removed systems / components.
• Works under general supervision, follows established procedures, and solves routine problems in the engineering discipline.
• Review / approved work products developed by other engineers such as engineering drawings and technical reports.
• May provide daily supervision and direction to supporting drafting personnel on associated programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Desired Functions:

• Perform detailed structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and hand calculation methods.
• Compose results into analysis reports for airworthiness review.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.

Experience:

• Years' Experience
  • Two years required for BS level.
  • An Engineering Master's degree can be used in place of two years of experience.
  • Preferred experience in the design / analysis of components used in support of aircraft modifications and / ground vehicle systems.
• Technical Experience
  • Essential
  • Experience with 3D CAD packages required (SolidWorks desired)
  • Desired
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis Software (ANSYS preferred)
  • Understanding of basic hand calculations from industry standard references (Bruhn, Niu, Shigley, Roark, etc. preferred. Solid understanding of mechanics of materials and machine design coursework accepted)
  • Experience with design using composite materials desired

Any combination of education/experience may be substituted for job requirements at the recommendation of the hiring manager and approval of the COO or higher.

Physical Requirements:

Works in well-lighted, climate control facility. Works in a fast-paced environment with consistently changing workload; Must be able to see with corrective eye wear and hear clearly with assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Expected to handle/manage hazardous materials/waste in accordance with regulatory and industrial standards. Wears/maintains personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, hearing, extremities, respiratory devices, protective shields and barriers as required.