Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Onboard Systems International

Onboard Systems International is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, proprietary weighing systems, and Human External Cargo (HEC) equipment.

Location:

Vancouver, WA (Onsite)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Pay: $95,000 - $130,000 per year

The Project Engineer supports the development and documentation of rotorcraft lift equipment including management of project schedules & resources, mechanical design & product development, and compliance verification on FAA and OEM programs. Responsibilities include design, testing, certification, and ongoing manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies.

• Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering design and integration
• Solid Works professional experience including parametric design.
• Demonstrated understanding of DFM practices and GD&T for precision machining.
• Experience building and maintaining complex project schedules using industry-standard tools such as MS Project
• Demonstrated technical writing experience authoring FAA- and OEM-compliant documentation, including certification plans, validation and test reports, maintenance instructions, and other technical data packages.
• Ability to facilitate and document qualification testing onsite and at external test facilities
• Manage engineering to production transfer to ensure successful transition from development into sustained manufacturing operations.
• Periodic travel to support project related activities

• 5 - 10 years Aerospace experience
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, mechanical or electrical preferred.
• Mechanical design principles (CAD, DFM, & GD&T)
• Electrical design (wiring & harness design, electrical schematic literacy)
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environment (AS9100 Quality Standard or equivalent)
• Project management experience with MS Project, Jira, or equivalent
• Exposure to FAA certification preferred

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
• We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and reward all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.