Mechanical Engineer; Columbia Falls, Montana)

The Mechanical Engineer is an active participant in the design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, integration, start-up, and commissioning of very large-scale automated aerospace assembly systems. They will work with other Design Engineers to concept, develop and design conventional and automated tooling systems and customized machine tools for the aerospace industry.

• Design tools and automation equipment for aircraft and other precision manufacturing industries.
• Prioritize project goals related to the mechanical design engineering department.
• Provide support for new product introduction to manufacturing.
• Creates and revises3
  
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• Self-checks and reviews all designs and drawings prior to final release to checking.
• Follows design procedures, fills out required forms and closes all actions associated with internal and customer design processes.
• Possess required experience, skills and attributes for assigned level in engineering, technology, (software) tools, and personal & leadership on the Engineering Skills Matrix.

• Fields telephone calls from build suppliers and shop personnel for mechanical design engineering problems and associated issues.
• Ensure all changes, DCNs, and as-built information is incorporated on drawings.
• Select, record, file, and maintain all component information for concepts and designs.
• Perform component and material sizing for designs; requests and provides input to cognizant stress analysis engineers.
• Understand and follow safety & environmental regulations and identifies safety/environmental concerns.
• Adhere to the Quality System and participates in Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Three or more years related experience in one or more of the following:
  Heavy Machine Design, Structural Design Aerospace Tooling Assembly Systems and Automation.
• Manufacturing and machine shop background or relevant experience preferred.
• CAD Software Knowledge:
  • CATIA V5, NX or Equivalent software knowledge (Solidworks, Pro E, etc.)
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (Ansys or Femap is preferred)

• Must be able to obtain, maintain and/or currently possess a Secret security clearance.

• Must be able to obtain, maintain and/or currently possess a security clearance.

List of needed knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully accomplish the duties and responsibilities of the job.

• Read and understand drawings and schematics (ie: electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics).
• Use computer-aided design (CAD).
• Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Familiar with a variety of fabrication concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, fixtures, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
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