Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Title:

Design Engineer

Pay Rate: $65 /hr

Location:

Lansing, MI

Area Code: 517

ZIP Code: 48911

Start Date:

Right Away

Keywords: #Ground Test Design  #Design Engineer #Aerospace Jobs

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of project assemblies using sound engineering principles and adhering to industry standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Function as a design/structures engineer for hybrid composite-metallic components used in engine testing stands.
• Providing design support throughout conceptual, preliminary, detailed design phases, to include validation, customer approval, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Material selection, determination of laminate architecture, generation of detail/assembly-level CAD models, and design of sub-element components. May also include designing to a given surface.
• Assist in manufacturing process development with the engineering team and ensure the manufacturability of component designs, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers. Assist shop floor personnel when needed.
• Review and disposition nonconforming material to technical requirements.
• Develop and validate repair processes in conjunction with manufacturing team.
• Support vendor management through reviews of quotes and requests for modifications of technical requirements.
• Challenge existing processes, and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with established engineering methodologies.
• Use sound engineering judgment, technical expertise, and data analysis to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems.
• Provide engineering / technical support in a production environment.

• A Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) University Degree.
• 10+ years prior relevant experience.
• Experience developing technical ideas with internal/external customers and a track record of converting ideas to programs.
• Experience with composite design, analysis, and manufacturing.
• Experience with mechanical and composite design (machining, joints, fasteners, welding) in relevant industry positions (aerospace, defense, automotive or similar).
• Experience with GD&T to include determining tolerance requirements.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Strong project ownership, execution, and proactive mentalities.

• Advanced Degree in Engineering.
• Computer Aided Design Software experience:
  Creo / Windchill (Preferred) or NX / FiberSIM / Team Center.
• Computer Aided Engineering software experience.
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, such as ultrasonic testing, eddy current, FPI, camera optics, X-ray and others used in aerospace.
• Experience with design for manufacturing & assembly.
• Understanding of manufacturing cost and reproducibility.
• Familiarity with principles of product development, reliability and quality control.
• Experience with configuration management.
• Experience with fiber‑reinforced polymer composites, specifically: fiberglass, aramid, and/or carbon prepreg and wet layup (especially epoxy resin systems).
• Experience in advanced Composite and Bonded Structures design and manufacturing (i.e. Organic/Polymer Matrix Composites, Fiber Reinforcement, Manufacturing methods, Adhesives, Surface Preparation, etc.).

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