US - Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Rotor Dynamics is a special mechanical engineering focus that studies the vibration, stability, and dynamics behavior of rotating systems such as Fans, Compressors, & Turbines used in Jet Engines.

Do you have at least 5 years of experience conducting such analysis to predict critical speed, create whirl speed map or Campbell diagram, & predict displacement, force, & moment due to imbalance?

As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer here at Client, you will spearhead the mechanical design and development of advanced aerospace components and systems, ensuring innovative, reliable, and high-performance solutions that meet stringent industry standards and customer expectations.

You will report directly to our Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will impact the advancement of aerospace technologies by leading design efforts, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and driving the successful integration of mechanical systems into cutting-edge aerospace products.

• Lead the mechanical design and development of aerospace components and systems from concept through production
• Collaborate with systems engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and compliance with aerospace standards
• Develop and review detailed mechanical drawings, specifications, and design documentation
• Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses to ensure robust and reliable designs
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the mechanical design team
• Engage with customers and suppliers to align design requirements and resolve technical challenges

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
• Extensive experience in mechanical design engineering within aerospace or related industries, focusing on complex component and system design
• Proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS APDL or ANSYS Workbench
• Proficiency in 1D Beam based FEA technique
• Proficiency in Rotor Dynamics & Shafting Structural Analyses
• Ability to lead design reviews, conduct risk assessments, and mentor engineering teams effectively
• Proven leadership experience in managing mechanical design projects in aerospace environments

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and aerospace certification processes
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and design standards such as AS9100 and MIL-STD
• Experience with design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, and mechanical testing methodologies

Requirement for US Export Control Position:
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.