Design Engineer II - Structures; REMOTE

Title: Design Engineer II - Structures (REMOTE)

Location: St. Charles, MO (Corporate)

Position Type: Full time

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.

Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

We are currently seeking a Design Engineer II - Structures
. This position will work with the engineering team and will ensure the successful integration of each design element with the product as a whole. This individual will work both independently as well as part of the larger engineering team. Tasks will include the development of aircraft structural layouts and the design of individual components, assemblies, and installations. Engineering materials will include composites, metals, nonmetals, and other structural materials.

Tasking may also include design and integration of aircraft mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, environmental control systems and a variety of other equipment and systems as needed.

The Design Engineer II will work with minimal intervention and must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasks in the following areas:

• Applies standard engineering practices and techniques, including innovative methodology, to provide effective solutions to problems involving a wide number of variables.
• Able to ensure the selection and application of materials and processes are appropriate to each design element with the ability to generate and/or revise specifications when necessary.
• Compose compliance matrix to meet customer specification requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a specified engineering field.
• Proficiency utilizing NX, CATIA V5/V6, CREO or equivalent CAD engineering design software.
• Create & release composite details utilizing Fibersim or CATIA CPD.
• Works on problems of complex scope where analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors to determine appropriate action.
• Ability to guide, mentor and advise other design engineering staff.
• Creativity and latitude is expected.
• Participate in a variety of process improvement projects.
• Able to support design reviews with timely and relevant information and understanding.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Requires a BSME, BSCE, BSAE, or a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field and a minimum of 5-9 years of experience in the Aerospace Industry or in a related field.
• Requires proficiency using NX, CATIA V5/V6 or CREO and must be highly competent using MS Office products.

We take care of our people.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

Annual Salary Range = $80,480 - $134,040

This base pay range is specific to residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Washington, and any other state that may require such disclosure. Compensation in other geographies may vary.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company's online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation.

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Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer