Sr Mechanical Engineer

Founded in 1953, Aerosonic has grown to be a leader in aviation instrumentation and avionics equipment – including air data systems, standby displays, digital and mechanical standby instruments, sensors and probes. Our customers include the major manufacturers of today’s civil, military and business fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms as well as all branches of the US military forces.  We are located in Clearwater, FL  and do not offer hybrid or remote work - all employees must be a U.S. Person.

Why Join Us?

• Impact:  Exceed customer expectations while fostering a supportive and engaging work environment


• Rewards:  Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses to match your drive for success


• Growth:  Access to mentorship, professional development and clear paths to leadership roles


• Culture:  Join a dynamic team of bold thinkers who value creativity, collaboration and results


• Benefits:  Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with match; plus more

This position reports to the Engineering Manager, with a very close working relationship with the System Engineers, Aeronautical Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers.  The role is responsible for the mechanical design and documentation of various air data system components from development, through qualification, and into life cycle sustainment.

§  Lead and coordinate the mechanical design, fabrication, evaluation and testing of new products.

§  Create and maintain 3D and 2D design definitions in SolidWorks.  Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) where appropriate.

§  Conduct technical design reviews and FMEAs to identify critical design factors and risks that impact product performance and manufacturability.

§  Design to meet DO-160 or MIL-STD-810 testing standards.

§  Generate requirements for contracted services and oversee the quality and timeliness of the contracted services.

§  Drive simultaneous projects through the design cycle to completion.

§  Utilize structured problem solving to identify and eliminate the root cause of technical issues that arise.

§  Provide obsolescence and sustaining engineering support for legacy products.

§  Assist manufacturing engineers with fixtures/tooling and process improvement.

§  Manage the additive printing laboratory.

§  8+ years of engineering experience in aerospace new product development

§  Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

§  Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction.

§  Proficient in modeling and simulation tools such as; MATLAB, ANSYS, Solidworks, etc.

§  Experience with core manufacturing processes and techniques (machining, welding, brazing, assembly, and testing)

§  Proficient with ASME Y14.5 and use of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances (GD&T).

§  Strong technical writing stills including procedure creation, and requirements and specifications development, both for internal designs and external contractors.

§  Experience with the design of FAA certified products, preferred. 

§  Knowledge of SAE Aerospace Standard AS8006, AS5562, and FAA TSO C16b, preferred.

§  Excellent writing, oral, and reporting skills: produce/present technical documentation, customer briefings.

§  Flexible and able to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

§  Restrictions are limited only by individual’s inability to perform essential job duties and where an unsafe condition would result for the individual or surrounding employees.

§  Required lifting weight: 35 lbs. Lifting Frequency: Rarely

• Sitting, standing, reaching, bending, and moving for long periods of time.


• Ability to work in a Manufacturing environment

• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions


• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment


• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable


• Requires repetitive movement


• Requires sitting for extended periods of time

• Requires eye protection. 


• Constantly working with computers and computer programs, which require long periods of sitting.  Eyestrain could be a factor.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8. U.S.C.1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology.  Aerosonic will require proof status before employment.

Aerosonic provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated fairly during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.  Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.  Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.