Senior Staff Engineer

Job Description

The Senior Staff Engineer designs, develops high temperature thermocouples, speed sensors, fuel gauging systems, fuel level and temperature sensors, lube oil level and temperature sensors, hydraulic level and temperature sensors, wastewater level sensors, fuel flowmeters and flow switches, pressure sensors, the Senior Staff Engineer is a technical leader with mechanical design engineering expertise who possesses excellent technical and project management capabilities.

The Senior Staff Engineer is part of a global, multi‑site business unit that designs and manufactures highly engineered sensors and fluid management systems for aerospace applications. The Senior Staff Engineer will drive the design, manufacture, test & certification of electromechanical sensing devices such as pressure sensors, RTDs, thermocouples, speed sensors, and cables.

• Design sensors described above.
• Develop new technologies while working within a multidisciplined team environment.
• Create 3D models utilizing Solid Works, specifying materials and assembly methods.
• Create and issue technical documentation to support new and existing product designs; design reports, FMEAs, test procedures, and test reports etc.
• Perform structural, thermal, fatigue, and dimensional analyses using hand calculations and finite element analytic methods.
• Review specifications in support of the bid and proposal and product design processes.
• Serve as technical authority on design reviews ensuring rigor and quality of solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement of the Design Engineering Body of Knowledge (BOK).
• Mentor and coach early‑career engineers.

• BS Mechanical Engineer required. Masters preferred.
• 15+ years designing electromechanical sensing devices in a regulated industry, ideally aerospace.
• Must have experience designing MEMs pressure sensors and knowledge of testing and compensation of pressure sensors, experience with high temperature designs a plus.
• Strong blend of technical, project, and positive customer relationship building experience.
• Proficiency with ASME 14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma methodology and tools.
• Knowledge of aerospace components and standards, including DO‑178 software.
• Written, verbal, interpersonal skills, and use of analytical tools, including FEA.
• Proficiency in Solid Works version 2020 or later.
• Expertise in designing for severe vibration and thermal environments.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi‑task, and meet deadlines, remaining flexible to work priorities.
• Know Word, Excel, and Solid Works familiarity with PLM/PDM software ARAS Innovator.
• Must be a US citizen.

This is a Senior Staff Engineering role that offers the potential for career growth.

Annual Salary: $155,000 – $175,000 USD

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Professional Services