Aerospace Mechanical Engineer - FAA Repair & FEA (12-Month)

TAD PGS, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TAD PGS, Inc. in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract to support FAA repair station activities and aerospace component repairs.

The role focuses on developing engineering solutions, performing analyses, and coordinating projects with customers, engineering teams, and production staff. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in a regulated industry, and experience with FEA and FAA/FAR-145 concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related engineering discipline required.
• 3+ years of engineering experience within a regulated industry, preferably aerospace or defense.
• Knowledge of FAA certification, FAR-145 Repair Stations, or aerospace component repair strongly preferred.
• Experience with engineering analysis and FEA.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Hands‑on engineering mindset with the ability to understand both detailed technical issues and overall project requirements.
• Self-motivated team player with strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support FAA Repair Station activities and FAR-145 component repair processes.
• Develop and implement engineering solutions for aerospace component repairs.
• Evaluate and resolve technical, design, manufacturing, and production issues.
• Support the development of FAA/DER-approved repair solutions.
• Perform engineering analysis, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Plan and manage engineering projects, including schedules, milestones, budgets, and customer requirements.
• Review designs for compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate technical development, testing, scheduling, and resolution of engineering issues.
• Work closely with customers, engineering teams, and production personnel.
• Prepare technical documentation, project updates, and completion reports.

Skills

FEA analysis

Engineering troubleshooting

Project management

Technical communication

Education

BSME

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

FEA software

Job description

TAD PGS, Inc. in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract to support FAA repair station activities and aerospace component repairs.

The role focuses on developing engineering solutions, performing analyses, and coordinating projects with customers, engineering teams, and production staff. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in a regulated industry, and experience with FEA and FAA/FAR-145 concepts.