Mechanical Design Engineer.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the research, development, design, testing, and documentation of Aspen Avionics mechanical and structural components.  

JOB DUTIES:

• Research, develop, design, test, and document mechanical structures/components.
• Maintain and improve existing mechanical, electromechanical components, equipment, and system designs for integration.
• Apply sound mechanical engineering principles and techniques.
• Plan, perform, and direct engineering activities to ensure the design, integration, and testing conform to mechanical design specifications and requirements
• Produce engineering documentation, manufacturing documentation, reports, drawings, diagrams.
• Conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluations or analysis Perform other duties as requested Engineering Leadership.

PREREQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION:

·       Bachelor’s degree (BSME), required or equivalent.

·     7-10 years of Mechanical Design Experience

·       Produce Mechanical designs that meet program requirements.

·       Document designs for Manufacturing.

·       Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.

·       Ability to perform Thermal Analysis.

·       Ability to perform Structural Analysis.

·       Knowledgeable in Material composition and properties.

·       Design for Manufacturing.

·       Generation of documentation.

·       Ability to demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a team.

·       Provides accurate and timely status on progress of assigned tasks.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

·       Knowledgeable in SolidWorks CAD

·       Experience with the fundamentals of Avionics installation and design.

·       Demonstrated experience designing and analyzing ruggedized avionics enclosures compliant with DO-160 standards.

·       Proven track record in mechanical-to-electrical integration of PCBAs, flex circuits, and thermal interfaces.

·       Hands-on experience aligning mechanical architectures with DO-178 and DO-254 safety requirements.

·       Documented history of leading full-lifecycle execution from prototype build through qualification testing and delivery.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft office suite.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

·       Standing and sitting for extended periods of time.

·       Lifting up to 50 pounds in a safe and prudent manner.

·       Ability to easily move through an approximately 45,000 square foot warehouse building.

·       Ability to read, write, and understand English.

·       Ability to use computer equipment, office equipment.

·       Ability to have manual dexterity of both hands.

·       Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

·       Correctable vision and hearing.

·       Ability to work on-site full-time to perform functions of the job.

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance – fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents
• Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully paid by the company
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance options

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may also be asked to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor as required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. The AIRO Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.