Aeronautical Hydromechanical Systems Designer – Junior

Akaer; Brasil; On-site; BRL 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Akaer is seeking a Junior Aeronautical Hydromechanical Systems Designer to contribute to the development and detailing of hydromechanical systems for civil and military aeronautical programs.

You will participate in system design and integration activities under guidance, helping to develop technical solutions aligned with program requirements and certification standards, while growing with a multidisciplinary Systems Engineering team.

Qualifications

• Technical education in mechanics or mechatronics.
• Bachelor's in mechanical/aero/mechatronics or related field.
• 2–6 years in mechanical design or aeronautical systems.
• Experience in aeronautical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support hydromechanical installation projects in a 3D CAD environment.
• Prepare drawings and engineering documentation.
• Assist in specification of components and BOM.
• Support system integration between hydromechanical, structures, electrical, and avionics.
• Assist in testing, qualification, and certification activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organization

Planning

Communication

Teamwork

Proactivity

Quality & safety

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical/Mechatronics

Technical course in Mechanics/Mechatronics/Electromechanics

Tools

3D CAD environment

BOM management

Technical drawing software

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Aeronautical Hydromechanical Systems Designer to work on the development and detailing of hydromechanical systems in civil and military aeronautical programs. The professionals will participate in system design and integration activities, working under the guidance of more experienced professionals and contributing to the development of technical solutions aligned with program requirements and aeronautical certification standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of aeronautical hydromechanical installation projects in a 3D CAD environment;
• Prepare and review technical drawings and engineering documentation;
• Assist in the detailing of hydraulic, environmental (AMS/ECS), fuel, propulsion, and other onboard mechanical systems installations;
• Assist in the specification of aeronautical components, materials, and hardware;
• Prepare bills of materials (BOM) and technical project documentation;
• Support integration activities between hydromechanical systems, structures, electrical systems, and avionics;
• Participate in system integration and segregation analyses;
• Support manufacturing, assembly, and installation activities of systems;
• Assist in development testing, qualification, and certification activities;
• Participate in the analysis and implementation of technical requirements under the guidance of the team;
• Interact with multidisciplinary teams for the development of engineering solutions;
• Contribute to the preparation of technical documentation in accordance with internal processes and certification requirements.

Requirements

Education

• Technical course in Mechanics, Mechatronics, Electromechanics or related areas.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechatronics or related areas (in progress or completed).

Experience

• Between 2 and 6 years of experience in mechanical design or aeronautical systems.
• Previous experience in an aeronautical environment will be considered a plus.

Technical knowledge

Hydromechanical Systems Project

• Basic design and detailing of aeronautical hydromechanical installations;
• Basic concepts of hydraulic systems;
• Basic concepts of environmental systems (AMS/ECS);
• Basic concepts of fuel systems;
• Basic concepts of propulsion systems;
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings;
• Basic concepts of aeronautical systems integration;
• Basic concepts of Bills of Materials (BOM).

Aeronautical Knowledge

• Basic concepts of the Aeronautical Product Development Process;
• Basic concepts of system integration and segregation;
• Basic concepts of aeronautical manufacturing and assembly;
• Good practices for installing aeronautical systems;
• Basic concepts of development, qualification, and certification testing;
• Basic knowledge of the aircraft certification process will be considered a plus.

Tools

Experience with tools such as:

Desired skills

• Interest in learning and developing technically;
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Organization and planning;
• Good verbal and written communication;
• Multidisciplinary teamwork;
• Ease of interpersonal relationships;
• Proactivity and sense of responsibility;
• Commitment to quality, safety, and deadlines;
• Adaptability to work in a dynamic environment.

Differentials

• Hydraulic, environmental (ECS/AMS), fuel, or propulsion systems;
• Aeronautical manufacturing processes;
• Technical English focused on aeronautical documentation.

Languages

• Intermediate English for reading and interpreting technical documentation.
• Advanced English will be considered a plus.

Availability

• Domestic and international travel, when necessary.
• Working different shifts, as needed by the company.

What do we expect

We are looking for professionals interested in building a career in the aeronautical industry, who are eager to learn, have a collaborative spirit, and are committed to technical excellence. We expect proactive, organized, and motivated individuals to develop high-quality engineering solutions, contributing to the success of programs and their professional growth within the Systems Engineering team.