Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer

Sunvair Aerospace Group; Owasso (OK); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunvair Aerospace Group seeks a Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer to support development, reverse engineering, certification, repair, and sustainment of aerospace systems. This role blends mechanical engineering with electronics integration, controls, embedded systems, and system-level troubleshooting.

You will work across product development, PMA activities, repair capability development, and manufacturing support, collaborating with Systems, Electrical, Compliance, Quality, and Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2–5 years of aerospace, manufacturing, or product development experience.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models, drawings, and data packages.
• Design and improve mechanical and electro-mechanical components.
• Perform tolerance analysis and manufacturability evaluations.
• Support FAA Part 21/Part 145 activities and PMA documentation.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and repair operations.
• Coordinate with Quality Engineering on non-conforming material investigations.

Skills

CAD design

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Materials selection

Manufacturing processes

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ERP/MRP systems

CAN Bus / serial communications

Embedded hardware familiarity

Data acquisition software

Python (basic)

Job description

Aerospace Product Development, Repair Engineering & Systems Integration

Position Summary
We are seeking a Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer to support the development, reverse engineering, certification, repair, and sustainment of aerospace mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. This position combines traditional mechanical engineering responsibilities with electronics integration, controls, embedded systems, and system-level troubleshooting.

The successful candidate will support product development, PMA activities, repair capability development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement efforts while working closely with Systems, Electrical, Compliance, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams.

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Develop 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical data packages.
• Design and improve mechanical and electro-mechanical aerospace components and assemblies.
• Perform tolerance analysis, fit/function assessments, and design-for-manufacturability evaluations.
• Support configuration management and engineering change activities.
• Reverse engineer aircraft components and assemblies utilizing dimensional inspection, testing, and engineering analysis.
• Create production-level drawings, models, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Evaluate existing designs and identify opportunities for product improvement and cost reduction.

Electro-Mechanical Systems

• Troubleshoot and evaluate motors, actuators, switches, sensors, relays, solenoids, and control assemblies.
• Support integration of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Develop interface requirements between mechanical and electronic subsystems.
• Assist in circuit analysis, component selection, and system troubleshooting.

Testing & Validation

• Develop engineering test plans and acceptance test procedures.
• Execute functional, life-cycle, environmental, and qualification testing.
• Analyze test data and prepare engineering reports.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Provide technical support to manufacturing and repair operations.
• Resolve production issues through engineering analysis.
• Coordinate with Quality Engineering on non-conforming material investigations.
• Support first article inspection and process validation activities.

Certification & Compliance

• Assist with FAA Part 21 and Part 145 engineering activities.
• Support compliance demonstrations, substantiations, and engineering analyses.
• Develop documentation supporting PMA, repair, and certification efforts.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with AS9100 and applicable regulatory requirements.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a similar engineering discipline.
• Minimum 2-5 years of engineering experience in aerospace, manufacturing, industrial automation, or product development.

Preferred

• Aerospace industry experience.
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience with aircraft cargo systems, actuators, or motion-control systems.
• Basic PCB and electrical schematic interpretation skills.

Technical Skills

MECHANICAL

• CAD design (Inventor preferred)
• GD&T
• Tolerance stack-up analysis
• Materials selection
• Manufacturing processes
• Root cause analysis

MECHATRONICS

• Motor and actuator systems
• Sensors and controls
• Electrical schematics
• CAN Bus or serial communications
• Embedded hardware familiarity
• Test equipment operation

SOFTWARE & SYSTEMS

• Autodesk Inventor
• Microsoft Office Suite
• ERP/MRP systems
• Data acquisition and test software
• Basic Python or automation scripting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong hands-on troubleshooting capability.
• Ability to work across mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-starter with a strong ownership mentality.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Role Application

This hybrid position is intended to provide flexible coverage across:

• Actuators, sensors, and motion-control systems
• Electro-mechanical product upgrades
• Reverse engineering and repair development