Senior Avionics Mechanical Design Engineer - Line Fit

Vivid Technology; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivid Technology in Melbourne, FL is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design for avionics LRUs and to drive products through the full engineering lifecycle from concept to production. The role emphasizes Line Fit for commercial aviation with focus on Boeing/Airbus platforms and associated qualification requirements.

The engineer will collaborate with electrical, RF, systems, manufacturing, quality and certification teams to deliver robust mechanical

Qualifications

• Experience designing avionics LRUs and completing full lifecycle development.
• Experience with commercial aircraft hardware development and integration.
• Familiarity with Boeing and/or Airbus programs and Line Fit deliveries.
• Knowledge of DO-160 environmental qualification and testing processes.
• Ability to design robust mechanical solutions for complex avionics packaging and electronics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate and qualify mechanical hardware for aviation systems.
• Take products through concept to production, including qualification and certification support.
• Coordinate with electrical, RF, systems, manufacturing, quality and certification teams.
• Provide technical ownership and drive designs forward with minimal direction.
• Support technical and customer design reviews and transitions into manufacturing.

Skills

Avionics LRUs

Mechanical design

Line Fit

Boeing/Airbus programs

DO-160 qualification

Thermal management

GD&T

DFM/DFA

Prototype testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Vivid Technology in Melbourne, FL is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanical design for avionics LRUs and to drive products through the full engineering lifecycle from concept to production. The role emphasizes Line Fit for commercial aviation with focus on Boeing/Airbus platforms and associated qualification requirements.

The engineer will collaborate with electrical, RF, systems, manufacturing, quality and certification teams to deliver robust mechanical