Experienced Design Engineer

Re:Build; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing seeks an Experienced Design Engineer to lead the design of aerospace structures and oversee teams through concept, prototyping, analysis, modeling, drafting, manufacturing, testing, and flight. You will frequently use CAD programs (Catia, Inventor, NX, SolidWorks, Creo) alongside FEMAP/NASTRAN, applying GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

The role requires US citizenship or permanent residency with the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in aerospace design.
• Engineering degree, preferably mechanical or aerospace.
• Experience designing composite and metallic parts and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Design primary aerospace structures and systems.
• Deliver CAD models and presentations to customers.
• Communicate across engineering disciplines to inform decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with other engineers.
• Develop BOMs, assembly or installation procedures, and weight optimization trades.

Skills

5+ years experience

CAD experience

Team leadership

Aerospace design

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical or aerospace)

Tools

Catia

SolidWorks

FEMAP

NASTRAN

Job description

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions. We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation. The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles)

About Re:Build

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions. We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation. The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles)

About Re:Build Answer Engineering

Answer Engineering, a Re:Build Manufacturing company, is an exceptional engineering firm providing aerospace design and analysis services to companies around the world. The team tackles challenging engineering problems ranging from electric vertical take-off platforms (EVTOL), to space tourism. To meet the demands of our customers, Answer Engineering is embarking on building a first-class support organization to ensure the engineering team can remain focused on engineering challenges.

Answer Engineering is a casual work environment where discussions take place in the open, events are frequent including company BBQs and ski trips, and our office remains stocked with a variety of snacks and beverage options. Answer Engineering reinforces the value of having a diverse workforce and promotes equity and inclusion for all employees.

Who are we looking for?

As an Experienced Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design of aerospace structures and lead teams of younger engineers. This position will encompass all program cycles including concept design, prototyping, analysis, modeling, drafting, manufacturing, testing, and flight. You will frequently use CAD programs to bring conceptual ideas to reality. Significant experience with multiple CAD packages (Catia, Inventor, NX, SolidWorks, Creo) is required.

What you get to do!

• Design of primary and secondary aerospace structures and systems
• Creating and delivering CAD models and presentations to customers
• Communicate across engineering disciplines to make program critical decisions
• Identify core issues, develop solutions, and effectively communicate the impacts across internal and external teams
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with other engineers, both internally and externally
• Develop supporting material for design such as bill of materials, assembly or installation procedures, and weight optimization trades

What you will bring to the Team

• 5 plus years of proven experience
• Engineering degree, preferably in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Demonstrated experience designing composite and metallic parts and assemblies
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident with the ability to obtain a security clearance

Additional Qualifications

• Systems design experience: flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic, etc.
• Proficient with multiple CAD programs such as Catia or Solidworks
• Familiar with analysis packages such as FEMAP and NASTRAN (or equivalent)
• Proficient in designing parts, assemblies, and installation drawings following GD&T (ASME Y14.5) standard methodologies
• Solid understanding of aerospace materials, hardware, and fabrication techniques
• Rapid prototype experience
• Familiar with fabrication, inspection, and repair of composites and metallic parts and assemblies
• Experience with design lifecycle and configuration management systems
• Hands on experience with machining and composite layup
• Test plan development and structural testing experience
• Comfortable working on Military/DoD projects

Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $230,000 per year. This range represents the Company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate. Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company! We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.