Mechanical Design Engineer

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The mechanical design engineer is responsible for interpreting customer, regulatory and internal process requirements, and developing the mechanical and electro-mechanical design at US Cargo Systems for commercial and military aerospace cargo loading systems. The mechanical design engineer will be the heart of an integrated product team that is tasked with generating new business on behalf of the organization. The mechanical design engineer is expected to provide the necessary leadership to the integrated product team members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand the customer requirements and track the compliance
• Design validation and verification (analysis, testing, reports)
• Create 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings
• Maintain drawing list, technical reports, and task lists
• Review deviation requests, material reports, change requests
• Apply Design for cost/manufacture/assembly principles
• Participate and be "hands-on" in the troubleshooting of mechanical issues
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The individual applying for this position must show a keen interest in mechanical and electro-mechanical design, materials science, stress analysis, state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, and going hands-on when necessary. In addition, the individual must show an interest in pushing beyond the envelope of current designs.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience in similar field
• Experience in the design of dynamic mechanical and electro-mechanical components and mechanisms for aerospace
• Proficiency in 3D CAD environment (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA)
• Practical troubleshooting of mechanisms in the context of the development cycle
• Certification of mechanical and electro-mechanical components for civil or military aerospace applications
• Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) design and certification (including test and computation)
• Stress analysis
• Advanced CAD/manufacturing tools

ITAR/EAR REQUIREMENTS

This position requires access to export control information. To conform to US Export Control regulations, the applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the US Government. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and comply with OSHA standards. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees should be able to adapt to a traditional office environment.