Aerospace Bearing Design Engineer

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) matching

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG seeks a mechanical/ aerospace engineer to advance bearing designs for aerospace applications, collaborating with sales and engineering teams to translate customer needs into precise specifications.

The role includes developing cost-efficient solutions with OEMs and internal teams, plus conducting analyses and testing data presentations. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s in engineering, 2+ years in aerospace design, and CAD proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Aerospace, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• 2+ years of design experience in aerospace or space manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Unigraphics, Pro/E) for orthographic projection drawing, 3D modeling, and analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to write clear work instructions for a shop floor environment.
• In-depth knowledge of bearing design and performance characteristics.
• Experience with MS Office and MS Access.
• Strong facilitation and teamwork skills.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employment visa or other sponsorship.
• This position requires compliance with Export Control regulations; applicants must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to expand market share within the aerospace and space bearing sector.
• Develop cost-effective product solutions in partnership with Aerospace OEMs, aerospace system suppliers, and internal manufacturing teams.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of customer requirements to inform application development activities.
• Translate customer needs into precise technical specifications and manage the specification release process.
• Support the introduction of new technologies and materials into the manufacturing plant, and present advancements and test data to customers.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local universities and colleges to facilitate new technology testing initiatives.
• Perform computational analyses of bearing designs to aid customer-driven new product development and ongoing product support.

Skills

Design experience

Written work instructions

Bearing design knowledge

MS Office & MS Access

Teamwork & facilitation

US work eligibility

Export Control compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Systems/Aerospace/Metallurgical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Systems/Aerospace/Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics

Pro/E

Job description

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG seeks a mechanical/ aerospace engineer to advance bearing designs for aerospace applications, collaborating with sales and engineering teams to translate customer needs into precise specifications.

The role includes developing cost-efficient solutions with OEMs and internal teams, plus conducting analyses and testing data presentations. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s in engineering, 2+ years in aerospace design, and CAD proficiency.