Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical and structural integration for the AWACS RSU modernization program. The role focuses on avionics installation, system upgrades, and cross-functional collaboration with government customers and Boeing.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in military aircraft modifications, structural analysis, airworthiness certification, and aircraft system testing within aerospace or defense programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (ABET preferred).
• 9+ years in aerospace/defense engineering with avionics integration.
• Experience with AWACS, ISR or large aircraft mission systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and aircraft integration for avionics upgrades.
• Participate in systems requirements reviews and design reviews.
• Develop engineering drawings, CAD models, installation packages, and documentation.
• Support airworthiness qualification activities and certification efforts.
• Collaborate with government customers, Boeing, subcontractors and cross-functional teams.
• Provide on-site engineering support during aircraft modification and installation.

Skills

CAD

Avionics integration

Aircraft modification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

ABET-accredited degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Desired Start Date: 2 weeks prior to award, or no later than 2 weeks after award

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Security Clearance required at time of employment

Travel Requirement: N/A

Position Summary

Fairwinds Technologies is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support an AWACS Radio System Upgrade (RSU) Program. This role will lead mechanical and structural integration efforts associated with modernization of the E-767 AWACS fleet, including installation of next-generation communications and avionics systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience supporting military aircraft modifications, avionics integration, structural analysis, airworthiness certification, and aircraft system testing within aerospace or defense programs.

This is a supervisory position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and aircraft integration activities for avionics, communications, and mission system upgrades.
• Design aircraft modifications including equipment installations, mounting provisions, racks, cabinets, and support structures.
• Perform structural assessments, stress analyses, and substantiation of aircraft modifications.
• Support thermal, environmental, weight and balance, and airworthiness qualification activities in accordance with military and aerospace standards.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, CAD models, installation packages, and technical documentation.
• Participate in Systems Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), and certification activities.
• Collaborate with government customers, Boeing, subcontractors, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful program execution.
• Lead mechanical design activities supporting installation of new avionics, communications, and mission system equipment.
• Evaluate impacts of new avionics systems on existing aircraft structures and subsystems.
• Support military airworthiness certification activities and participate in certification working groups and government technical reviews.
• Support System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), and Configuration Audits (FCA/PCA).
• Provide engineering recommendations to program leadership and government stakeholders.
• Provide on-site engineering support during aircraft modification and installation.

Required Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• ABET-accredited degree preferred.

Experience

• 9+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or defense programs.
• 5+ years supporting aircraft avionics integration and aircraft modification programs.
• Strong CAD experience using.
• Experience supporting design, installation, test, certification, and fielding of aircraft modifications.
• Experience with communications and avionics upgrades, including radio system integration.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft structures, systems integration, airworthiness, and engineering documentation.
• Experience with AWACS, ISR, C2, airborne communications, or large aircraft mission systems.
• Familiarity with ARC-210 radio systems, SATURN waveforms, RF communication systems, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI), TEMPEST requirements, and E3 requirements.

Compensation - Salary

At Fairwinds, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, location and experience. Additional incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time, exempt position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the US.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity