SENIOR ENGINEERING SPECIALIST

RT&T; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace engineering is seeking a Senior Engineer Specialist to join their team at Wright-Patterson AFB. The successful candidate will support various testing programs, applying their expertise in mechanical and electrical systems analysis. This role requires a strong engineering background along with significant hands-on experience in troubleshooting and design. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to excellence and a desire to support critical testing objectives in a dynamic environment. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience at a senior engineering level required with BS degree.
• 15 years' experience at a senior engineering level required with AS degree.
• Certified LabVIEW Developer designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently resolve challenging problems related to LGTF.
• Support testing efforts and engineering analysis for the test program.
• Design and develop instrumentation and other test systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Controls engineering

Mechanical systems analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

BS degree in Aeronautical/Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering

AS degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

LabVIEW

PC based CAD software

Job description

Job Description

SENIOR ENGINEER SPECIALIST, LGTF

MGTF

LGTF, Wright-Patterson AFB

Open Position Request Number WP-D-

CLASSIFICATION : Senior Engineer Specialist, LGTF; Salary TBD

GRADE : Exempt; Regular Full-time

LOCATION : Landing Gear Test Facility / Wright-Patterson AFB (Area B), OH

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Work independently with minimal oversight to resolve moderately to very challenging problems in the area of responsibility.
• Provide senior level support for the testing efforts within the LGTF.
• Provide engineering support, including assisting in planning, provisioning, execution, analysis, and cleanup of LGTF test programs.
• Design, analyze, install, operate, maintain, evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical, hydromechanical systems, or electro-mechanical devices, and test systems and fixtures for testing.
• Analyze test request plans, data, and information to determine feasibility and costs of potential testing from a variety of customers.

GENERAL DUTIES :

P erform static, dynamic and engineering analysis of mechanical systems including analysis of torques, deformation, flexures, bending moments, stress and strains, rotational and linear velocities and accelerations or engineering analysis of electrical systems including analysis of a variety of circuits and circuit boards, control theory, control software programming, data acquisition, and data analysis.

Provide engineering analysis for all phases of the test program using the appropriate PC based CAD and analysis software tools or using the appropriate PC based control and programming software tools.

Utilize current knowledge of LGTF testing systems and equipment to obtain customer testing goals.

Design, fabricate, and install test products, systems, support equipment, and customer test specimens for instrumentation, controls, mechanical, hydraulic, and heat transfer systems and digital video recording equipment.

Support the preparation of test documentation at all phases of the test program.

Document Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates, Method of Test (MOT) and Final Test Reports.

Support the technical oversight of lower-level engineers and technicians performing similar test activities.

Oversee, train, and assist other Senior Engineering Specialists and lower-level specialists.

Job Requirements

OTHER DUTIES : Additional duties may be assigned to support contract requirements.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : Either 1) BS degree from an accredited school in Aeronautical / Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering and ten years’ experience at senior engineering level; Or 2) AS degree in Engineering Technology and fifteen years’ experience at senior engineering level. Knowledge of and experience in using LabVIEW to develop software controls development / processes / programs and certified LabVIEW Developer designation is a plus.

Required skills include; Familiarity and experience with common hand tools, electronic and physical measuring devices, test instrumentation pressure, temperature, and strain), troubleshooting, machine control hardware, controls engineering, engineering drawings, documentation and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is desired.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS : May be required to work overtime as required with prior notice. Required to successfully obtain or maintain a secret clearance. Supports the company's operational objectives and is required to comply with company quality, safety, environmental, security and administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Must be capable of performing required tasks and support mission requirements in a variety of environmental conditions both inside and outside.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Ability to perform assigned duties while using wide variations of physical effort such as sitting, walking, standing, crawling, climbing, or remaining in awkward, sometimes strained, positions for extended periods of time.

Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.