Aviation Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive contract rate

Innovative aviation projects

Exposure to advanced engineering

Contract extension potential

Professional development

Collaborative team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Aviation Mechanical Engineer for our client in Upington, South Africa. You will design, analyze, and validate mechanical systems for aircraft, contributing from concept through production support.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree and has experience in aerospace or related fields, with proficiency in CATIA/SolidWorks and FEA tools. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and performance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably within the aerospace industry
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)
• Strong understanding of material science and manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Familiarity with aviation industry standards and regulations
• Ability to manage project tasks and timelines effectively

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for aircraft applications.
• Perform mechanical analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, using FEA tools.
• Create detailed CAD models and drawings for manufacturing.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Support the testing and validation of mechanical components and systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and propose design modifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, and other engineering disciplines.
• Document design processes, analyses, and test results.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in aerospace mechanical engineering.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Abaqus

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is a prominent organization within the aviation sector, known for its innovation and excellence in aircraft component design and manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled Aviation Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Upington, Northern Cape. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems and components for aircraft. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, with specific experience or a keen interest in aerospace applications. You will be involved in the entire lifecycle of component development, from conceptual design through to validation and production support. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Your contributions will be crucial in ensuring the performance, reliability, and safety of aircraft mechanical systems, supporting the continued advancement of our client's aviation technology and product offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for aircraft applications.
• Perform mechanical analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, using FEA tools.
• Create detailed CAD models and drawings for manufacturing.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Support the testing and validation of mechanical components and systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and propose design modifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, and other engineering disciplines.
• Document design processes, analyses, and test results.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in aerospace mechanical engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably within the aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
• Strong understanding of material science and manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with aviation industry standards and regulations.
• Ability to manage project tasks and timelines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on innovative aviation projects.
• Exposure to advanced engineering technologies.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.
• Professional development support.
• Work within a team of experienced engineering professionals.