Sr Aeronautical Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct aerothermal analysis using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methods with oversight from senior engineers.
• Support of wind tunnel test campaigns at aerodynamic and icing facilities, including test condition generation and results analysis.
• Create and maintain 3D and 2D design definitions in SolidWorks. Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) where appropriate.
• Conduct technical design reviews and FMEAs to identify critical design factors and risks that impact product performance and manufacturability.
• Understand manufacturing capabilities and incorporate manufacturing input into the design process.
• Design to meet DO-160 or MIL-STD-810 testing standards.
• Generate requirements for contracted services and oversee the quality and timeliness of the contracted services.
• Drive simultaneous projects through the design cycle to completion.
• Utilize structured problem solving to identify and eliminate the root cause of technical issues that arise.
• Provide obsolescence and sustaining engineering support for legacy products.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering
• Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction.

Skill Set Required:

• Proficient in data analysis, detailed CAD modeling, and simulation tools such as: MATLAB, ANSYS/Fluent, SolidWorks, etc.
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation of compressible airflow using commercial CFD code and meshing tools.
• Experience with core manufacturing processes and techniques is preferred (machining, welding, brazing, assembly, and testing)
• Proficient with ASME Y14.5 and use of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances (GD&T).
• Strong technical writing stills including procedure creation, and requirements and specifications development, both for internal designs and external contractors.
• Experience with the design of FAA certified products, preferred.
• Knowledge of SAE Aerospace Standards AS8006A, AS5562, and FAA TSO C16b, preferred.
• Experience with aircraft systems, flight testing, and wind tunnel testing is preferred.
• Excellent writing, oral, and reporting skills: produce/present technical documentation, customer briefings.
• Flexible and able to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Restrictions are limited only by individual’s inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees.
• Required lifting weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Rarely
• Sitting, standing, reaching, bending, and moving for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a Manufacturing environment

Work Environment:

• 10% Travel
• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Requires repetitive movement
• Requires sitting for extended periods of time

Safety Hazard:

• Requires eye protection.
• Constantly working with computers and computer programs, which require long periods of sitting. Eyestrain could be a factor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Work Location: In person