Product Designer

Overview

Summary
:
Product Designer will be a self-starter with a strong record of meeting project deadlines and ability to successfully work with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Responsible for the design, development, and integration of various components and subsystems for military combat vehicles. Design responsibility will range from single components to full vehicle assemblies requiring large assembly management. Areas of design competency should include but not limited to mechanical and/or electrical design feasibility concepts, initial packaging studies, design of complete prototypes, production design, system integration, and balance of systems based on known requirements.

A solid understanding of various design based CAD process, design methods, prototype manufacturing, and production level manufacturing techniques.

Estimated Salary: $75,000 to $85,000

• Core Design
  
  Competencies:
  
  Manage designs using CAD software per project requirements/specifications.
• Creation of 3D components (parts and assemblies).
• Creation of 2D drawings (single components, system installations and top level exploded drawings).
• Conduct packaging, feasibility, and kinematic studies.
• Create, manage, and communicate BOM structure/requirements in a collaborative fashion with project team members.
• Foundation of CAD data management knowledge including Revision History, Engineering Change Requests, and Configuration Management etc.
• Reverse engineering and design capabilities including dimensional stack-ups defining fit and function.
• Troubleshoot design issues concerning manufacturing, quality, and system requirements on existing designs.
• Willing and open participant for process improvement in all aspects of design responsibilities (CAD fundamentals, CAD data management, Design/Engineering, etc.).
• Working knowledge and application of ASME 2D drawing type standards (Y14.5-XXX).
• Working knowledge and application of industry standard GD&T practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and properly prioritize based on project scope/timing.
• Knowledge of standard components (fasteners, springs, pins, etc.).
• Support and adhere to all company safety and environmental regulations and policies.
• Core Project
  
  Competencies:
  
  Strive to adhere project timelines and deliverables.
• Willing participant in design reviews and customer meetings.
• Provide technical support to customers (internal and external) as needed.
• Ability to prepare/present project design status.
• Support concurrent engineering, procurement and prototype build/integration activities by providing technical assistance.
• Efficient use and knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite.
• Additional Competencies (desired):
  General understanding of 3D top down design (use of skeletons) methods.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis simulation (FEA).
• General understanding of how technical user manuals and technical illustrations are utilized in the Department of Defense (DOD) environment.

• Knowledge,
  
  Skills and Abilities
  
  (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing).
• Knowledge of Systems based design and related Standards/Processes.
• Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements.
• Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition.
• Familiarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizations.
• Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently.
• Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance.
• Knowledge of Military Standards and regulations.
• 3D printing and general knowledge of material properties (e.g. Steel, Aluminum, Ceramic).
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and assimilate complex instructions easily; ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills are required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Must demonstrate enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have…