Mechanical Engineer III

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays + 15 vacation days +

Health premiums paid (single) and 80%(

Job summary

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG in Broomfield, CO is seeking an engineer to design and modify PC-12/PC-24 aircraft components under minimal supervision. You will produce 2D drawings and 3D models, verify against customer specs, and collaborate with production to ensure compliance with standards.

The role requires a BS in aerospace/mechanical engineering with 3–5 years in aviation, proficiency in Solid Edge with Teamcenter, and familiarity with ECAD tools like Cadence OrCAD.

Qualifications

• BS degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering or equivalent
• 3–5 years of aviation experience
• Proficient in Solid Edge with Siemens Teamcenter (2D/3D CAD)
• Experience with Cadence OrCAD or similar ECAD
• Familiarity with FAR Part 23 compliance
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics

Responsibilities

• Produces 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for parts, wire harnesses, and cable assemblies
• Ensures drawings and models meet engineering design, customer specifications and standards
• Originates specifications, verification plans, procedures, and reports
• Develops repair documents and approvals for PC-12 and PC-24
• Coordinates with Quality Assurance for documentation approvals

Skills

Aerospace engineering

3–5 years experience

Mechanical drawings interpretation

Education

BS Degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

Siemens Teamcenter

Cadence OrCAD

Job description

Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to join a strong and growing Flights Operations Team, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Broomfield, Colorado. This role, under minimal supervision, provides engineering design and support for modifications to PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft in accordance with work instructions, customer specifications, and company and regulatory requirements. Works closely with other engineering disciplines and production technicians to develop and implement technical solutions.

• Produces 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for parts, wire harnesses, and cable assemblies including related bill of materials and aircraft installation instructions
• Works closely with production technicians to ensure drawings and models conform to engineering design, customer specifications, and are in compliance with established company and industry standard practices
• Originates specifications, control documents, verification and validation plans, procedures, reports, and other documentation in support of design and development activities
• Produces discipline‑related engineering reports, calculations, and other substantiation documents and oversees outside specialists to obtain compliance verification and approval
• Develops repair documents and approvals for PC‑12 and PC‑24 aircraft
• Works closely with Quality Assurance to obtain aircraft specific documentation approvals as needed

What you bring

• BS Degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of related experience in aviation required
• Must be proficient in the use of Solid Edge with Siemens Teamcenter or comparable 2D/3D CAD suite
• Experience with Cadence OrCAD or comparable ECAD suite desirable
• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with FAR Part 23 compliance requirements desired
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics

What we offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9, 600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2, 250 for single coverage and $3, 000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
• The hiring range is $95, 800 - $127, 000 per year. Pay rate to be determined based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to relevant skills & experience, education, job location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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