Aerospace Mechanical Engineer - Design & Certification

Aloft AeroArchitects; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aloft AeroArchitects in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and certify mechanical system components for aircraft projects, supporting FAA certification and hangar operations.

You will join a collaborative team, perform analyses and trade studies, and prepare Engineering Repair Drawings while aligning with 14 CFR Part 23/25/27/29 requirements; travel occasionally may be required. Strong documentation and CATIA/SolidWorks experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a four-year college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 to 8 years practical work experience in a directly related job role.
• Working knowledge of machine shop fabrication techniques (milling, turning, sheet metal, welding).
• Working knowledge of design for manufacture and assembly techniques.
• Working knowledge of design tolerance analysis.
• At minimum, entry level working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and CATIA.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours.
• Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office Software and other company and discipline specific software applications.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, analyze, design, and test company products using engineering principles.
• Analyze and verify product design and performance for adequacy with regulatory requirements.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical operating system design and materials to create system designs.
• Prepare engineering drawings, data sets, and specifications for production teams.
• Interface with project teams to implement engineering solutions and maintain schedules.
• Document actions and maintain timekeeping records.
• Coordinate engineering drawing revisions to support hangar production.
• Complete initial or recurrent training as required.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Willing to work extended hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

CATIA

Job description

Aloft AeroArchitects in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and certify mechanical system components for aircraft projects, supporting FAA certification and hangar operations.

You will join a collaborative team, perform analyses and trade studies, and prepare Engineering Repair Drawings while aligning with 14 CFR Part 23/25/27/29 requirements; travel occasionally may be required. Strong documentation and CATIA/SolidWorks experience are advantageous.