Mechanical Design Engineer

Eagle Aviation Technologies, LLC; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Opportunity to grow

Competitive pay

Job summary

A small aerospace engineering firm in Newport News, Virginia, is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects. Responsibilities include hardware design, conducting tests on models, and drafting engineering drawings. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, good knowledge of CAD software, and must be a US citizen. Full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of demonstrated experience in mechanical design & drafting.
• Experience working with government contracts.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware design and development.
• Perform tests on aircraft and aerospace systems and equipment.
• Draft engineering drawings for manufacturing.

Skills

Understanding of GD&T

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Knowledge of design/drafting/CAD

Excellent verbal and written skills

Team Player

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA V5

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Eagle Technologies, LLC (Newport News, Va) is seeking a qualified Mechanical Design Engineer for cutting edge Aerospace Projects. Eagle Technologies is a small veteran‑owned business who designs and manufactures air‑frame components for the aerospace industry, with a niche in rotor blade and prop blade development. We are an AS9100 Rev D certified company offering engineering design, analysis, testing and manufacturing in both composites and aerospace metals. www.eagleaviationtech.com

Job Summary

Perform mechanical/machine design engineering and integration of mechanical subsystems in support of a multi‑disciplined engineering team.

Job Type

Full‑time

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows direction of senior staff and engineering management to conduct mechanical and electro‑mechanical hardware design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis in all phases of a design/development program
• Review performance reports and documentation from customers and field engineers and inspect malfunctioning or damaged products to determine problem
• Formulate mathematical models or other methods of computer analysis to develop, evaluate, or modify design according to customer engineering requirements
• Conduct experimental, environmental, operational and stress tests on models and prototypes of aircraft and aerospace systems and equipment
• Draft and position necessary instructions and comments on engineering drawings to facilitate successful manufacturing
• Drafts multiple‑view detail, assembly, subassembly, and layout drawings as required for manufacturing and repair
• Design scale or full‑size blueprints of components or systems
• Supports flight test operations, some travel may be required
• Other activities as may be directed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of GD&T
• Knowledge of design/drafting/ CAD
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 drawing standard
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA V5 and Microsoft office software
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Team Player

Credentials and Experience

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Must have 3 - 5 plus years of demonstrated experience in mechanical design & drafting
• Experience with software: SolidWorks, CATIA V5, ProE, KeyCreator, ANSYS and NASTRAN preferred
• Analysis of complex composite/metal structures and mechanical systems a plus
• Experience working with government contracts
• Must be a US Citizen

Special Requirements (established by supervisor)

• Willing to work overtime in support of team objectives as requested by management

Eagle Technologies, LLC offers a full‑time position with full benefits, competitive pay, and opportunity to grow within a cutting‑edge aerospace company.

Eagle Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.