Sr. Mechanical Systems Engineer

The Structures Company, LLC; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Structures Company, LLC in Bothell, WA is seeking a senior aerospace engineer to design and integrate complex aircraft mechanical systems. You will lead hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety/environmental system projects and provide engineering drawings and specs for production teams.

The role demands extensive experience in aircraft interiors or aviation systems, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD), and adherence to GD&T standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of aerospace engineering experience.
• Aircraft interiors, aircraft modification, or aviation systems experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate aircraft mechanical systems.
• Develop and validate hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety/environmental systems.
• Create, review, and release engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Support manufacturing with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Perform material selection and specification.

Skills

2D drafting

Engineering drawings

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or equivalent 2D drafting platforms.
• Ability to generate, review, and release engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of ANSI Y14.5 GD&T standards.

Mechanical Systems Expertise

Experience designing and integrating aircraft mechanical systems, including:

Hydraulic Systems

• Potable water systems
• Wastewater systems
• Coolant systems

Pneumatic Systems

• Air conditioning systems
• Ventilation systems
• Vacuum waste systems

Safety & Environmental Systems

• Equipment cooling systems

Manufacturing & Product Development

• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Material selection and specification
• Assembly methods and fabrication processes
• Cost-conscious engineering and production support

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant aerospace engineering experience.
• Aircraft interiors, aircraft modification, or aviation systems experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.