Senior Mechanical Engineer

Albers Aerospace LLC is a professional services company currently working for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and commercial clients; competing as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) under several NAICS codes. Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting-edge solutions and support to our warfighters.

We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Albers Defense

Director of Engineering

Tactical Aircraft Solutions, Mooresville, NC

Full time

Exempt

N/A

None

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Tactical Aircraft Solutions (TAS) division of Albers. The engineer will work in a multi-disciplinary project team and serve as the Senior Mechanical Engineer. Responsibilities will include the design of structures and mechanical components as required to install avionics, antennas and various mission systems (sensors, radar, etc.) onto fixed wing aircraft for foreign and domestic customers.

The engineer will be involved in projects from concept through implementation and work closely with other members of the engineering team, equipment manufacturers and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) to ensure safe and viable designs.

• Assist in the design and modeling of mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software, ensuring adherence to industry standards
• Conduct basic engineering analysis to validate design concepts, including stress analysis and thermal considerations
• Support the creation of technical documentation, including specifications, design reports, and assembly instructions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather design requirements and address engineering challenges
• Participate in prototype testing and evaluation, documenting findings and recommending improvements
• Engage in continuous learning to enhance your technical skills and knowledge of mechanical design best practice
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, software, and quality assurance to ensure integrated system designs.
• Conduct design reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for approving mechanical designs that will be implemented on the aircraft
• Design mechanical and electromechanical parts and systems from conception through production for various aircraft modification programs
• Work with electrical engineers to produce electromechanical layouts, structures, enclosures and cable routing.
• Work with production personnel to optimize designs for ease and speed of installation of mechanical systems
• Track and manage design change requests
• Provide technical guidance and best practices to other members of the team
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information independently and recommending corrective action(s).
• Identify and recommend opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency through design and/or manufacturing improvements

Note:

The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

• Aerospace experience required. 10 years’ experience in the aviation industry
• B.S. Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree from an accredited college, MS Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities
• Experience working with FAA Structural DER for design approval
• Knowledge of mechanical/structural engineering…