Aerospace Hydraulic Systems Engineer – Lead Projects

Doherty; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Hydraulic Project Engineer in West Fargo, ND to lead the design, development, testing, and validation of hydraulic systems for aerospace applications while managing projects that support quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You'll work hands-on in a manufacturing environment, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and ensure compliance with aerospace regulations and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years in aerospace engineering with a focus on hydraulic systems.
• Experience writing work instructions and procedures for critical aerospace components.
• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural assembly testing.
• Strong mechanical design and 3D CAD modeling skills.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulations, aviation maintenance practices, and quality systems.
• U.S. citizen able to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve hydraulic systems and components for aerospace applications.
• Manage project timelines and coordinate with engineering, production, customers, and technicians.
• Author, update, review, and approve work instructions and technical documentation.
• Lead testing and validation activities, including test readiness reviews, data analysis, and performance evaluations.
• Troubleshoot engineering issues and support resolution of non-conforming hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and test solutions to improve manufacturing and testing processes.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace regulations, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

3D CAD modeling

Project management

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering or related

Tools

Data Acquisition Systems

Test Equipment

Job description

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Hydraulic Project Engineer in West Fargo, ND to lead the design, development, testing, and validation of hydraulic systems for aerospace applications while managing projects that support quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You'll work hands-on in a manufacturing environment, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and ensure compliance with aerospace regulations and quality systems.