Mechanical Design Engineer I – Aerospace Components (9/80 Week)

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision,

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

9/80 work week with every other Friday

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer I to design components and assemblies for GND products, interfacing with Systems, Electrical, Test, Software, and program teams. The role emphasizes SolidWorks CAD, design-for-manufacturing, and FEA analysis to meet stringent aerospace/defense requirements.

Applicants should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of experience, with exposure to manufacturing processes and GD&T. US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 0-2 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Aerospace/defense background preferred.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and Microsoft Office.
• Exposure to Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills.
• Team player.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Supports project team in the design of mechanical components using SolidWorks CAD.
• Designs electromechanical assemblies in SolidWorks CAD.
• Designs ruggedized electronics and electronics enclosures.
• Designs for Manufacturing and Assembly.
• Selects materials and processes per specs/requirements.
• Preliminary analysis using FEA techniques (Ansys, SolidWorks Simulation).

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

GD&T

FEA exposure

Communication skills

Team player

US Citizen

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Kearfott Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer I to design components and assemblies for GND products, interfacing with Systems, Electrical, Test, Software, and program teams. The role emphasizes SolidWorks CAD, design-for-manufacturing, and FEA analysis to meet stringent aerospace/defense requirements.

Applicants should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of experience, with exposure to manufacturing processes and GD&T. US citizenship is required.