Mechanical​/Structures Engineer - II

works mechanical/structures design and development projects and provides solutions to difficult engineering problems.

• responsible for designing components manufactured from composite and metallic materials. Develops mechanical fluid systems to route liquids and gasses. Integrates hardware into complex, tightly packaged mechanical assemblies.
• prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. Drawings, specifications, parts lists and interface control documents). Proficient in computer aid drafting (cad) to design, develop and document models and drawings to manufacture aerospace hardware. Dassault products preferred (catia, 3dx)
• applies geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (gd&t), perform tolerance studies and determines drawing requirements that provide affordable and practical designs.
• prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• ensures that assigned scope meets project objectives per schedule and cost targets.
• knowledgeable in systems engineering principles and able to prepares designs in accordance with customer requirements and derived engineering requirements.
• supports system testing, trouble shooting, and problem resolution.
• supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting.
• knowledgeable in plm systems and configuration control.
• basic knowledge in structural mechanics and analysis
• prepares test plans, test procedures and reports.
• knowledge of manufacturing methods for composite materials and machined metallic hardware is highly desired.
• complies with established quality management system procedures.
• other duties may be assigned.

• acts as the lead mechanical/structures engineer per procedure for simple projects as assigned by manager and/or technical lead.

• acts as the lead mechanical/structures engineer per procedure for more complex projects as assigned by manager and/or technical lead.
• acts as test director for mechanical/structures sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
• mentors level i mechanical/structures engineers.
• supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.
• prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.

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keyword: mechanical/structures engineer i - ii

required experience:

• ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• ability to travel as necessary to perform job duties.
• ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel.
• demonstrated passion for customer satisfaction.

• requires bs degree in engineering (mechanical/structures engineering preferred).
• relevant experience and/or coursework preferred.

• requires bs degree in engineering (mechanical/structures engineering preferred).

• 3 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.

• office and or manufacturing environment.
• ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• frequent outside contact with customers and suppliers.
• may work extended hours or weekends and travel occasionally.
• may be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with kuas general safety…