Development Engineer – Defense

• The Development Engineer is the technical lead on projects and is responsible for technical aspects of the product design from concept through development, qualification and production.
• Create 3D conceptual models to meet design requirements
• Select material specifications to meet environmental requirements
• Perform design trade studies, hand calculations, and tolerance studies to ensure design fidelity
• Interact with customers on design, interface and functional details
• Interact with suppliers to rapid prototype parts for risk reduction and prototype testing
• Participate in problem solving and failure analysis activities
• Requirements generation, allocation and flow down
• Technical compliance and risk assessment/management
• Coordination of project team technical tasks
• Cost estimating and management for both proposal and program activity
• Leading the project throughout the product development life cycle

• BS/MS in an engineering discipline (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
• 4+ years of experience in product design of defense and/or aerospace products
• Ability to apply customer requirements and government/military specifications to new product designs
• Demonstrated experience generating 3D solid models & 2D drawings (Solid Works preferred)
• Capable of applying GD&T, and understanding how it affects part cost and manufacturing
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and customers
• Proven ability to interpret and analyze mechanical, chemical and/or electrical specification requirements and data
• Demonstrated competency in problem solving and root cause analysis
• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
• Must be a U.S or naturalized Citizen capable of working on U.S. DoD and ITAR restricted products
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time (if located in CT facility)

Demonstrates expertise in product design and development, particularly in defense and aerospace sectors, with a strong focus on 3D modeling, material specifications, and compliance with government and military standards. Proven ability to lead technical projects, manage costs, and effectively communicate with stakeholders.

• 3D Solid Modeling
• GD&T Application
• Product Design Experience
• U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance
• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis

• 3D Conceptual Modeling
• Material Specification Selection
• Design Trade Studies
• Tolerance Studies
• Cost Estimating and Management
• Requirements Generation
• Technical Compliance
• Risk Assessment
• Solid Works
• Mechanical Specification Interpretation

• Strong Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Presentation Skills
• Customer Interaction
• Team Coordination

• U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance

• Defense Products
• Aerospace Products
• Government Specifications
• Military Specifications
• ITAR Compliance