Struct & Payload Design Engr

As a Contractor Senior Design Engineer - Airframe, you will be responsible for providing conceptual and detail designs of primary and secondary structural aircraft components. You will work with and coordinate with a team of engineers within an assigned project on uncrewed aerial vehicles, modification of existing aircraft structures, and design-to-build activities for commercial and military aircraft. You will work with composite and metallic primary and secondary structures, mechanical system components, and electrical/avionics systems component installations.

• Strong technical background in aerospace manufacturing and assembly of metallic and composite components
• Experience with manufacturing Liasson / Shop support
• Not handling shop tools
• Proficiency in composite part detail processes, including composites stacking sequence, lamination theory, honeycomb core, bonded assemblies, and post-cure machining operations
• Familiarity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance analysis capabilities
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.41 methods for Model Based Definition using CATIA V5 FTA
• Experience with CATIA V5 CPD and/or Fiber
  
  SIM for composite part design
• Ability to create and maintain parametric product geometry models

• Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detail designs
• Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings that meet all requirements
• Review and check product structure and BOMs to ensure component integrity
• Conduct design reviews and collaborate with other departments
• Prepare presentations for program reviews

• Must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Permanent Resident
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 10 years' work experience in the aerospace industry
• Proficiency in CATIA V5, with a focus on Generative Surface Design, Part Design, and Assembly
• Familiarity with industry standards for aerospace composite components
• Experience with product data management systems such as Smarteam or Enovia LCA/PDM
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written
• Strong interpersonal skills

Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. They apply autonomy and robotics to revolutionize aircraft development, production, and operation. With a culture of innovation and a track record of ambitious and successful projects, Aurora aims to disrupt the future of the aerospace industry. As a contractor senior design engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the field.