Aerospace Mechanical Engineer - FAA Repair & Certification

AMETEK; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK in Tulsa seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to develop FAA-compliant repair solutions for aerospace components, analyze failures, and drive DER-related activities from concept to implementation.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, project management, and collaboration with customers, quality, and production in a shop and office environment. A BS in engineering and 3+ years in regulated aerospace are required.

Qualifications

• BSME or higher from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a regulated industry such as aerospace, aviation, defense, manufacturing, or related fields.
• Experience supporting FAA certification activities or aerospace repairs preferred.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools, including FEA.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and implement FAA-compliant repair solutions for aerospace components.
• Analyze component failures and determine technically feasible repair strategies.
• Perform engineering assessments utilizing analytical tools, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Support Designated Engineering Representative (DER) repair development activities.
• Review designs and repairs for compliance with engineering principles, FAA regulations, customer requirements, and industry standards.
• Lead engineering projects from planning through execution.
• Define project scope, milestones, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities involving engineering, operations, quality, and customers.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Independent work

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA

Job description

AMETEK in Tulsa seeks a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to develop FAA-compliant repair solutions for aerospace components, analyze failures, and drive DER-related activities from concept to implementation.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, project management, and collaboration with customers, quality, and production in a shop and office environment. A BS in engineering and 3+ years in regulated aerospace are required.