Lead Mechanical Engineer, Control Actuation Systems

Prattwhitney; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for a Precision Control Actuation System (PCAS) mechanical design engineer in Huntsville, Alabama. This role involves providing mechanical engineering support including detailed design, acceptance testing, and systems engineering. Candidates must possess a minimum of 8 years of mechanical design experience and experience with controls and actuation systems.

The successful applicant will work autonomously, supporting strategic vision and participating in hardware activities across relevant programs. U.S. citizenship and DoD Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical engineering design experience required.
• Experience with control actuation systems for products.
• Proficient in generating free-body diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert knowledge in control mechanism development.
• Participate in engineering builds and hardware integration.
• Assist in developing strategic vision for PCAS.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Controls and actuation systems

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

3-D modeling

Matlab

Simulink

dSpace

Education

Typically a STEM degree

Advanced degree in engineering

Tools

Pro/Engineer

CREO

Job description

Prattwhitney is looking for a Precision Control Actuation System (PCAS) mechanical design engineer in Huntsville, Alabama. This role involves providing mechanical engineering support including detailed design, acceptance testing, and systems engineering. Candidates must possess a minimum of 8 years of mechanical design experience and experience with controls and actuation systems.

The successful applicant will work autonomously, supporting strategic vision and participating in hardware activities across relevant programs. U.S. citizenship and DoD Secret clearance are required.