10068 - Mechanical Engineer - Senior

Canvas; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas is seeking an experienced engineer in Crestview, Florida, specializing in the design and integration of aircraft hydraulic and mechanical systems. Candidates must have extensive experience in the DoD or relevant organizations and knowledge of airworthiness assessments.

This role requires overseeing engineering projects, proposing improvements, and developing repair standards. A Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Candidates must also be physically capable of working in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in design and integration of aircraft systems.
• Ten years of experience in a relevant field, with five in DoD or USG.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and development of engineering projects.
• Provide expertise for C-130 Special Mission Aircraft maintenance.
• Plan engineering feasibility studies for design improvements.

Skills

Experience in aircraft hydraulic/pneumatic/mechanical systems

Problem-solving skills in complex engineering tasks

Knowledge of airworthiness and loads analysis

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in the design, development, and integration of aircraft hydraulic/ pneumatic/ mechanical systems, with two years of overseeing design and development of engineering projects. Requires experience in accomplishing airworthiness, loads, stress, and weight and balance analysis in support of systems integration.
• Provide highly technical expertise and guidance in solving complex engineering problems for C-130 Special Mission Aircraft undergoing heavy depot level maintenance and modification.
• Perform in all phases of hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis.
• Plan and conduct engineering feasibility studies for the design improvement modifications and implementation of advanced technologies.
• Develop standards and guidelines for tasks being performed including the generation of Tailored Airworthiness Certification Criteria (TACC) or the modification of such criteria in the Modified Airworthiness Certification Criteria (MACC).
• Develop structural and corrosion repairs.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Mech Engineering (ABET highly desired) and ten years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations.
• OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Mech Engineering (ABET highly desired) and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD or other USG ISR/SOF Organizations.

Physical Requirements

This position frequently requires ascending/descending aircraft crew doors, aircraft stands - ascending/descending flight deck ladders, work stand ladders and common ladders, entering, exiting, working and crawling in confined spaces. Walking on wings, in cargo bays and in hangars where there are trip hazards, sharp edges and cords/hoses laying on floors, cargo decks, wing stands and flight decks and falling objects. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment

Combination of desk work (computer) and frequently working in an industrial work setting and as mentioned above accessing everywhere on an aircraft. Noise protection and goggles/safety glasses must be worn in designated work areas.