Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer

Cruz Associates, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruz Associates, Inc. is searching for a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer to join their team at Fort Eustis, Virginia. The role involves providing engineering analysis and support for Army and Special Operations aircraft.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering along with at least 5 years of relevant experience. A Secret or Interim Secret security clearance is also required for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering is required.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineer.
• Currency in computer-aided software design systems is desirable.
• Secret or Interim Secret security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and reviews engineering analyses and test documentation for aircraft projects.
• Evaluates airframe structural components through research programs.
• Assures system and product quality by evaluating testing methods.
• Identifies potential risks and appropriate solutions for technical issues.

Skills

Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering

Finite Element Analysis

Test Documentation

Computer Aided Software Design Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO CAD

Job description

Cruz Associates, Inc. is looking for a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer to join our team at Fort Eustis, Virginia.

Scope

Provides Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering analysis and support services for multiple Army and Special Operations aircraft and their associated mission equipment. Successful performance requires professional knowledge of engineering theories, principles and disciplines that encompass design, development, test and evaluation, certification, qualification, modification, fabrication, installation, integration test and evaluation, fielding, flight operations, sustainment, and continuous airworthiness of a total aircraft system package is required to attain program goals. Areas of focus are Airframe design (static and dynamic analysis); Vibrational data collection (resonance) and analysis; Finite Element Analysis; Laboratory/bench test development and testing; Producing structural reports suitable for airworthiness approval; Supporting flight testing by developing instrumentation plans and interpreting flight test data.

Responsibilities

• Develops / reviews Mechanical and / or Aerospace engineering analyses and test documentation to accept multiple stress/test plans/reports for multiple aircraft projects.
• Evaluates airframe structural components and products by designing and conducting research programs applying knowledge of flight loads, stress, thermal, and aerodynamic considerations.
• Confirms system and product specifications by designing feasibility and testing methods, testing properties.
• Assures system and product quality by evaluating testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Identifies and assists with documentation of functional requirements for assigned projects.
• Analyzes research and development plans.
• Conducts research for system-related information as directed.
• Participates in design reviews, technical meetings, and briefings.
• Identifies potential risks and appropriate courses of action should technical issues arise, or user requirements change.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5 years of experience as a Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineer
• Currency in computer aided software design systems. (i.e., Parametric Technology Pro-Engineer/CREO CAD) is desirable.
• Secret or Interim Secret security clearance is required.