Defense Systems Development Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company seeks a Development Engineer to lead projects from concept through production for defense and aerospace systems. You will model energetic components, specify materials, perform trade studies, and ensure designs meet customer requirements.

The role emphasizes 3D modeling, 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T application, and close collaboration with customers and suppliers. Travel up to 50% may be required; DoD clearance or eligibility is expected.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in an engineering discipline (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in product design of defense and/or aerospace products.
• Ability to apply customer requirements and government/military specifications to new product designs.
• Demonstrated experience generating 3D solid models & 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred).
• Capable of applying GD&T, and understanding how it affects part cost and manufacturing.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and customers.
• Proven ability to interpret and analyze mechanical, chemical and/or electrical specification requirements and data.
• Demonstrated competency in problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
• Must be a U.S or naturalized Citizen capable of working on U.S. DoD and ITAR restricted products.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time (if located in CT facility).

Responsibilities

• Lead technical aspects of product design from concept through development, qualification and production.
• Perform conceptual development and modeling of energetic components and systems.
• Create 3D conceptual models to meet design requirements.
• Select material specifications to meet environmental requirements.
• Conduct design trade studies, hand calculations, and tolerance studies to ensure design fidelity.
• Interact with customers on design, interface and functional details.
• Coordinate with suppliers to rapid prototype parts for risk reduction and testing.
• Participate in problem solving and failure analysis activities.
• Generate requirements, allocations and flow down; manage technical documentation.

Skills

3D modeling

Engineering analysis

GD&T

Technical communication

Project leadership

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Defense/Aerospace knowledge

Education

BS/MS in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MS Project

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company seeks a Development Engineer to lead projects from concept through production for defense and aerospace systems. You will model energetic components, specify materials, perform trade studies, and ensure designs meet customer requirements.

The role emphasizes 3D modeling, 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T application, and close collaboration with customers and suppliers. Travel up to 50% may be required; DoD clearance or eligibility is expected.