Design Engineer

Overview

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you’re ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you’ll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Based in Park City, UT, Triumph Geared Solutions is a leading independent aerospace gear and gear box supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 200 employees. The Company’s key products and services include power transmission systems, integrated gearbox design and builds, airframe mounted accessory drives (AMAD’s), engine mounted accessory drives (EMAD’s), rotorcraft transmissions, turboshaft internal gearboxes, emergency power gearboxes, and large complex aero gears for both OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

• This role will report directly to the Manager of Design Engineering on TGS’ Detail Design team.
• Key individual contributor on the detail design team providing advanced-level content in the design, analysis and validation of the rotating components of new programs.
• Translate high-level customer needs into product technical requirements.
• Direct mechanical performance, manufacturing, and reliability assessments, mechanical architecture definition, and technical specification and interface control drawing development with supporting trade studies.
• Apply deep professional knowledge and acumen to the design and validation of all aspects of gear train and system performance including bearing analysis, spur, helical and bevel gear design and analysis. (AGMA)(CAGE)(ISO)
• Perform engineering calculations to support design work, with knowledge of stress/strain, dynamics, kinematics, power transmission, etc.
• Ideate system and sub-system concepts and perform trade-off analysis to determine the best solutions. Maintain ownership over sub-system development and sustaining activities.
• Create and check mechanical drawings for all components within each application.
• Work closely with manufacturing and operations to ensure a smooth transition from design to fully manufacturable, high-quality parts.
• Work with external partners, contractors and suppliers on mechanical component fabrication process capabilities, new and/or alternative product definition, evaluation and selection, and cost-performance analysis of those component selection during the design phase. Plan, direct execute and document product qualification including internal testing and supplier qualification.
• Be a continuous learner by maintaining technical knowledge and awareness of developments related to aircraft drive systems, industry trends and design improvement opportunities. Develop into a SME and mentor in the Design Engineering group.
• Play a leading role in the development, improvement and implementation of engineering standard works.
• Infrequent travel is expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Advanced degree is preferred.
• Ten or more years of relevant design experience in gear design and mechanical system integration. Five years’ experience in an aerospace gear system,…