Aerospace Contract Mechanical Design Engineer – Enclosures

SoCode (United Kingdom); Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode is partnering with a Cambridge-area technology and communications business that develops advanced electronic systems for defence, aerospace and other high-performance sectors. They’re seeking a Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to design sub-modules and enclosures for integration onto an airborne platform.

The role sits between mechanical, electronics and RF teams, taking designs from concept to manufacture and working with suppliers for rapid turnaround.

Qualifications

• Strong, recent experience using Creo Parametric for detailed mechanical design.
• Experience with Windchill/PDMLink for product data management.
• Experience with Creo Advanced Assembly Extension (AAX).
• Proven background in electro-mechanical design and electronic packaging.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, injection moulding, casting, rapid prototyping).
• Confident dealing directly with suppliers and manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical sub-modules and enclosures for integration onto an airborne platform.
• Developing aerodynamic enclosures and structures for the platform’s operating environment.
• Packaging PCBs, harnesses and control electronics into robust mechanical assemblies.
• Collaborating with RF and electronics engineers on RF-ready enclosures.
• Producing 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings in Creo, managed through Windchill.
• Choosing materials and manufacturing methods for each part.
• Working with manufacturers and suppliers to secure fast turnaround on prototypes and production parts.
• Supporting design reviews and preparing designs for build and integration.

Skills

Creo Parametric

Windchill/PDMLink

Creo Advanced Assembly Extension (AAX)

Electro-mechanical design

Electronic packaging

Supplier liaison

Tools

Creo Parametric

Windchill/PDMLink

Creo AAX

Job description

SoCode is partnering with a Cambridge-area technology and communications business that develops advanced electronic systems for defence, aerospace and other high-performance sectors. They’re seeking a Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to design sub-modules and enclosures for integration onto an airborne platform.

The role sits between mechanical, electronics and RF teams, taking designs from concept to manufacture and working with suppliers for rapid turnaround.