Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Phoenix, Arizona
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This role involves leading the mechanical design and development of advanced aerospace components and systems, ensuring innovative, reliable, and high-performance solutions that meet industry standards and customer expectations. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide technical leadership in aerospace product development.

• 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

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.