Mechanical Engineer III

Position Title:          Mechanical Engineer III       

Reports To:             Mechanical Engineering Manager

Key Cultural Competencies:

• Highly ethical, honest, operates from the highest levels of integrity


• Passionate for his/her work, self motivated


• Team player, team oriented


• Professional in demeanor and appearance, graceful under pressure


• Values free enterprise, patriotic


• High work ethic


• Lifelong learner, always seeks to grow professionally and personally


• Responsible and accountable


• Organized, attentive to details, strong planner


• Clearly grasps the overall vision for the future of the company


• Have a strong sense of service for both internal and external customers.


• Good verbal and written communicator


• Positive and energetic


• Dedicated, loyal


• Innovative


• Flexible, embraces change


• Produces desired results on time and on budget

Qualifications:

• US Citizen


• At least 7 years experience as an engineer in a highly technical, R&D, and/or manufacturing environment or equivalent.


• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or equivalent.


• Working knowledge of SolidWorks for 2D and 3D mechanical drawings preferred.


• Systems integration experience.


• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings.


• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Experience designing flight and military-grade hardware is a plus


• Thermal and structural analysis experience is a plus

 Key Results:

• Mechanical design of products that meet or exceed customer requirements and Company specifications 100% of the time


• Assess and select materials to fit design criteria and environmental requirements.


• Assess and select manufacturing process to stay within or under target manufacturing costs.


• On time and on budget project completion 100% of the time


• All documentation to meet military standard requirements (if required by program) and AS9100 standards.


• Ensure quality standards are met 100% of the time


• Prepare technically complete Data Reports and Design Review data packages achieving first pass customer approval/acceptance

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Creating product packaging concepts that are attractive, ergonomic, functional and sophisticated.


• Preparing detailed mechanical designs (3D) using SolidWorks including fabrication and assembly drawings.


• Analyzing mechanical designs for thermal and structural performance using SolidWorks.


• Coordinate and manage selected vendors and ensure quality per specifications for mechanical components by performing or overseeing quality inspections and verifications.


• Making technical presentations to existing and prospective clients.


• Developing efficient and cost-effective, best-value type product designs.


• Mentor junior engineering staff; share knowledge, experience and expertise through “Lessons Learned” presentations and other interactions.


• Other activities as identified and assigned.