Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer (Aftermarket Tooling)

Job Description

This role focuses on the design, improvement, and lifecycle management of aftermarket tooling that supports field fleet repairs and maintenance activities. The Mechanical Engineer (Aftermarket Tooling) collaborates closely with manufacturing, design, product support, and aftermarket services teams to develop, qualify, and support tools used by maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) shops and operators. The position combines hands-on engineering, project ownership, customer support, and technical documentation to ensure that aftermarket tools meet performance, safety, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

* Take full technical ownership of aftermarket tools, ensuring they meet engineering, performance, and compliance requirements throughout their lifecycle.

* Interpret and apply engineering drawings and specifications to support tooling design, modification, and validation activities.

* Use 3D modeling software, such as CATIA V5, to support the design and improvement of new and existing tools and fixtures.

* Apply engineering specifications and standards in all technical tooling activities to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

* Provide internal and external customer support for aftermarket tools, including troubleshooting technical issues and answering tooling-related inquiries.

* Deliver training and guidance to customers and internal stakeholders on the proper operation and use of aftermarket tools.

* Anticipate and forecast future aftermarket tooling needs in collaboration with Product Support Engineering and other stakeholders to support field customers.

* Work with and solicit suppliers to design and manufacture new tools and fixtures for use by MRO shops and operators, ensuring technical requirements are clearly communicated.

* Identify required tooling certifications based on U.S. and European standards for tools and machinery and ensure tools comply with these standards.

* Validate prototype tools through testing and evaluation before they are released for customer use.

* Create and author clear, concise user guides, procedures, and tooling documentation for aftermarket tool operation and maintenance.

* Use the 3DX PLM engineering change process to manage the full lifecycle of aftermarket tools, including updates and configuration control.

* Establish and maintain a process to input existing tool drawings and engineering documentation into the PLM system, creating a central repository for aftermarket tool designs.

* Collaborate with the commercial aftermarket team to manage inventory, demand planning, sales coordination, and physical storage of aftermarket tools.

* Provide technical input and solutions to the commercial team for both new and fielded tools, supporting quotations, proposals, and customer discussions.

* Deliver new tool designs and design improvements for fielded tools in line with engineering and customer requirements.

* Provide project engineering support for aftermarket tooling related to engineering changes, ensuring timely and accurate implementation.

* Ensure all tooling deliverables adhere to applicable standards and compliance regulations.

* Travel domestically and internationally, typically less than 5% of total work time, to support tooling validations, customer tool support, and partner or supplier meetings as needed.

Essential Skills

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 1-5 years of experience in aerospace, engineering, or a similar discipline; an additional 3 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

* Experience with 3D modeling software, with CATIA V5 strongly preferred.

* Experience working with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, such as ENOVIA or 3DX.

* Prior engineering experience in aerospace, automotive, or comparable industries.

* Experience owning technical business processes end-to-end, including coordinating updates with internal and external customers.

* Ability to assess and resolve technical issues under pressure while collaborating with team members with varying levels of technical expertise.

* Strong technical writing skills with the ability to develop clear and concise tooling documentation and user guides.

* Strong oral and written communication skills for effective interaction with cross-functional teams and customers.

* Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

* Strong project and time management skills to drive tooling projects to completion.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word and PowerPoint.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Three or more years of experience in engineering and/or technical customer support, ideally within the aviation industry, is preferred but not mandatory.

* Knowledge of aviation industry practices and engineering technologies and tools.

* Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective technical solutions.

* Ability to interface effectively with…