Mechanical Engineer: Tooling & Precision Fixture Design

VSE Aviation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in New York is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and analysis of engineering projects. The role focuses on creating specialized tools, test stands, and precision fixtures to meet performance and safety requirements.

You will review specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals, apply engineering methods to evaluate materials and pricing, and work with senior engineers to push for new capabilities and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design specialized tools, custom test stands, and precision fixtures, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and operational requirements.
• Analyze engineering specifications, technical drawings, and recommend design modifications that improve functionality, manufacturability, or compliance.
• Apply core engineering methodologies to investigate material properties, sourcing options, and equipment pricing.
• Identify and thoroughly research alternative tools or components that can meet the specifications outlined in the Component Maintenance Manual (CMM)
• Stay updated on evolving product technologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring engineering processes and deliverables reflect current best practices.
• Review and validate Maintenance Instructions, Engineering Orders, and Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) updates.
• Utilize precise measurement techniques to reverse engineer special tools and fixtures.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to design and execute complex projects aimed at developing new capabilities and advancing technological innovations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Test equipment design

Reverse engineering

Measurement techniques

Project collaboration

Job description

VSE Aviation in New York is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and analysis of engineering projects. The role focuses on creating specialized tools, test stands, and precision fixtures to meet performance and safety requirements.

You will review specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals, apply engineering methods to evaluate materials and pricing, and work with senior engineers to push for new capabilities and technologies.