Mechanical Engineer 2 - Aviation

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin's benefit program

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer 2 for the Aviation Product team in Olathe, Kansas. This role involves developing mechanical solutions, testing, and overseeing projects through to mass production.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering and at least one year of relevant experience. Skills in CAD and a collaborative spirit are essential, and candidates with strong academic backgrounds will be preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent academics (GPA ≥ 3.0).
• Knowledge of CAD software and ability to model moderately complex parts.

Responsibilities

• Complete moderately complex mechanical designs for products.
• Model complex parts as an expert CAD user.
• Collaborate in design reviews and provide suggestions.
• Mockup and test mechanical systems for compliance.
• Estimate tooling and part costs for designs.
• Communicate with vendors for custom parts.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD software proficiency

Collaboration in design reviews

Testing and validation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full‑time Mechanical Engineer 2 on our Aviation Product team at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing moderately complex mechanical solutions, testing and validating, completing technology explorations and/or delivering to mass production.

Essential Functions

• Complete moderately complex mechanical designs for Garmin or OEM products
• Model complex parts as an expert CAD user
• Collaborate and add value through participation in design reviews, providing comments and suggestions on mechanical engineering designs
• Mockup and test basic mechanical systems to verify compliance with design requirements
• Make estimates on tooling, part cost and design time for basic mechanical designs
• Communicate effectively with vendors that produce custom mechanical parts as required
• Specify test plans to validate moderately complex systems
• Possess knowledge of injection modeling, die casting, sheet metal stamping, machining processes, etc.
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of preferred part materials for basic part production and performance

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Aerospace Engineering AND 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates knowledge of CAD software and the ability to model moderately complex parts
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge and utilization of relevant engineering tools

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
• Mechanical systems repair or troubleshooting experience
• Experience using SolidWorks CAD software

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits.