Product Design Engineer

Electrofilm Manufacturing Company LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrofilm Manufacturing Company LLC in Valencia, CA seeks a Product Design Engineer to design composite and metallic structures, ducting, fluid and thermal control systems, acoustic control, and heaters for a variety of applications.

You will generate concepts, create 3D models and 2D drawings with SolidWorks or Catia, lead projects, and develop detailed specifications and reports throughout the product development cycle, presenting results at technical reviews.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of engineering design in a development environment.
• Experience designing mechanical components/systems using composites, elastomers, and metals.
• Proficient in CAD and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support project goals with engineering leadership, finance, ME, quality, and production teams.
• Develop prototypes and transition products to production.
• Perform design and analysis to meet requirements.
• Design tooling and fixtures for efficient production.
• Generate 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and/or Catia.
• Develop procedures and reports for Acceptance, Qualification, and Analysis.
• Lead technical reviews and present results.

Skills

Engineering design

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal & written comms

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace

Tools

SolidWorks

Catia

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Product Design Engineer

US-CA-Valencia

Overview

As a Product Design Engineer, you are an integral part of the ECS Product Team. You directly participate in projects involving the design and development of composite and metallic structures, ducting, fluid and thermal control systems, acoustic control, and a variety of stand‑alone and integrated heaters for numerous applications.

You generate product concepts and designs, tooling designs, drawings, and Parts Lists based on customer data, loads, performance requirements, material applicability and environmental constraint. You lead and ensure the progress of assigned projects; develop designs, data, specifications, processes, and reports throughout the product development process; and present at technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Support project goals and tasks in collaboration with engineering leadership, finance, ME, quality, testing, program management, and production support functions.
• Work seamlessly with other departments to develop prototypes and products that can be transitioned to production.
• Perform design and analysis to meet internal and customer requirements.
• Design tooling and fixtures as needed to produce designs consistently and economically.
• Support resolution of technical problems in the lab or in the production line.
• Support evaluation and resolution of escapes and field issues reported by customers.
• Generate parts lists and digital bills of material — including sub-assemblies, fasteners, tooling, and hardware — accurately based on design requirements.
• Develop procedures for parts and systems, such as Acceptance Test Procedures, Qualification Test Procedures and Reports, Qualification by Analysis & Similarity Reports, etc.
• Generate 3D models and 2D drawings of parts and assemblies using both ANSI and ASME Y14 geometric dimensioning & tolerancing and other best practices

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent field with 3+ years of experience in an engineering design and development environment.
• Ample experience with design of mechanical components/systems is required. Experience designing products made of advanced composites, elastomers, and metals (e.g., ECS components, ducts, multi-layer panels) is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with aerospace composite and metal manufacturing methods and best practices is preferred.
• A self-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills.
• Able and willing to methodically share knowledge with other team members.
• Proficient in CAD modeling and engineering drawings using SolidWorks and/or Catia.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Capabilities

• Experience with project engineering and technical leadership.
• Familiarity with RTCA/DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 environmental testing standards.
• Ability to define test plans, write test procedures, and lead development and qualification testing.
• Experience with stress analysis and simulations (Ansys preferred).
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person, as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (e.g., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.