Mechanical Design Engineer

Scope of Work

• Design function: complete research, data acquisition, engineering generation required to produce engineering product (parts list, drawings, documents, etc.)
• Design content: ensuring design content conforms to company quality system procedures, customer statement of work, and applicable certification requirements.
• Career growth: work with Senior Technical Engineers and Project Engineers to grow in engineering experience.
• Statement of work development: take customer desire and develop comprehensive program definition, including kit development, manpower requirements, and engineering statement of work to complete a program.
• Develop engineering packages from concept to production utilizing engineering tools and other personnel.
• Ensure drawings and documents meet standards established by the NAT quality system, customer requirements, and applicable certification authority.
• Grow experience by tackling tasks in multiple disciplines of the aerospace industry (structures, interiors, systems for mechanical engineers; wire diagrams, wire kits, installations for electrical engineers).
• Expertise in multiple disciplines of the field.
• Very minimal guidance required to accomplish tasks.

• Four‑year engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Software Engineering) or equivalent.
• Five to seven or more years of broad technical experience in an aerospace‑related application, or equivalent experience for non‑degree employees.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.
• Experience researching OEM drawings, specifically related to mechanical systems such as environmental control systems, vacuum waste systems, and water supply & drain systems.
• Experience designing mechanical system installations such as environmental control systems, vacuum waste systems, and water supply & drain systems.

• Drawing management.
• Troubleshooting/problem solving.
• Ability to work independently or within a team.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize, multi‑task effectively, and work under pressure.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor less experienced engineering personnel.
• Coordination with customers, suppliers, and interdepartmental personnel required.

• Primarily office work.
• Consistent use of computer keyboard and monitor.
• Requires fluent communication in English.
• Protracted or irregular hours may be required.
• Must be comfortable meeting firm deadlines and completing work on time.

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.