Repair and Development Engineer - Mechanical

The individual will prepare design data for mechanical aircraft parts and systems using reverse engineering practices and coordinate with certification and material engineers along with FAA Designated Engineering Representatives. They ensure that design features are consistent with functional performance and safety requirements for the aircraft system installation and with standard manufacturing practices. Additionally, the engineer investigates in-service equipment failures to determine root cause and develops repairs to return parts to service. This requires close communication with the engineering and sales teams to evaluate new project feasibility. 

• Draft sketches and models of parts
• Conduct dimensional inspection of sample parts
• Prepare detailed dimensional analysis reports
• Research part function, failure modes, and operating conditions
• Determine appropriate material and performance specifications based on material analyses and testing
• Develop tolerance limits based on dimensional data, manufacturing capabilities, and part function
• Perform stress, fatigue, and structural analyses to support repair and design decisions
• Evaluate fits, tolerances, and surface treatments for machined, formed, and composite components
• Prepare production drawings using industry standards
• Troubleshoot failed in-service equipment to develop repair procedures for return to service
• Provide engineering support for procurement, manufacturing, receiving, and certification of parts
• Create technical documents using FAA guidelines and regulations
• Work with Designated Engineering Representatives to deliver complete certification packages to the FAA

Experience and Skills

• 5+ years of full-time relevant work experience (design, manufacturing, quality)
• CAD/3D modeling design experience
• Familiarity with aerospace specifications and processes
• Experience and/or familiarity with reverse engineering a plus
• Working knowledge of machining, forming, casting, and other manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with material properties, heat treatment, and surface finishing processes (plating, coatings, anodizing)
• Experience with structural, stress, or fatigue analysis for mechanical components a plus
• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or mechanical aircraft systems is preferred
• Demonstrated general knowledge of drafting standards
• Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Office applications, Adobe Acrobat
• Skilled in writing technical documents
• Shop time or other hands-on experience is preferred
• Understanding and familiarity with FAA standards is preferred
• Detail oriented and highly organized

Education

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline 

Compensation

• Salary position commensurate with experience, bonus based on company and individual performance 
•  We offer medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; 401k with 100% match on first 4%; full time workers get paid holidays, vacation & sick/personal leave accrued on hire date.

About Us

PG Aerotech is an equal opportunity employer. For more information go to our website at www.pgaerotech.com