Design Engineer

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible designing and developing innovative and efficient solutions for aerospace systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration and performance of these components in aerospace applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop mechanical, fuel, pneumatic, and hydraulic aerospace components including but not limited to valves, filters, manifolds, and related components

• Conduct thorough research and analysis to understand the requirements and constraints of the aerospace systems

• Support customer facing interface as needed to support opportunity development through initial production.

• Create detailed engineering drawing sand specifications using computer aided design (CAD) software

• Collaborate with manufacturing and productions teams to ensure the manufacturability and cost-effectiveness of the designed components.

• Perform structural, thermal, and fluids analysis to ensure the components meet the required performance and safety standards required for flight.

• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical recommendations for new product development and improvement initiatives.

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical support to resolve any issues or challenges during the development process.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in aerospace technology and industry trends to incorporate innovative solutions in component design.

• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source and evaluate materials, components, and equipment for the design and manufacturing process.

• Adhere to industry regulations, quality standards, and best practices through the design and development process.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Strong in communication skills with suppliers, customers, and internal departments

• Knowledge of Aerospace and Military standards

• Blueprint reading, GD&T, Tolerance stack-up analysis

• Understanding of machining and machine shop practices

• CAD experience with PRO/E (preferred) or Solidworks

• Experience with production assembly and test

• Interpreting test data for accuracy and validity of conclusions

• Follows company standards and procedures

• Product lifecycle management (PLM) using Enovia, TeamCenter, or Windchill

• Hands on design experience in mechanical, electro mechanical and hydraulic components

• Basic understanding of materials and processing specs

• Experience in hydraulic valves and components

• Basic understanding of hydraulic schematics

• Understands Fluid flow and has strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Prepares proposals for new products

• Familiar with production and test documents, ATP, QTP, QTR

• Experience creating part and assembly drawings and part lists

• Experience in scientific analysis of products by performing Engineering calculations and analysis to support Qualification by Similarity, Analysis, and Failure Analysis

• Basic understanding of stress analysis and FEA

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Experience as technical lead to take project from initial proposal through design, qualification, and production release

• Coordinating with Engineering, Test, Manufacturing, Sales, Customer

• Experience reviewing customer specs and extracting performance requirements to create Requirements Matrix and Source Control Drawings for sub components

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, such as FAA regulations and AS9100 quality management system.

• Familiar with the tests in qualification standards MIL-STD-810 and DO-160

• Familiar with hydraulics specification

• Analyzes failures during qualification testing and performs RCCA

• Experience with creating customer documents (SDRL)

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or aerospace Engineering

• 3 - 5 years of experience Aerospace design and manufacturing environment

• Experience in Hydraulic and pneumatic components strongly preferred