Struct and Payload Design Engr 4 (remote)

***MUST BE US PERSONS***

Job Description: Develops, integrates and documents structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design. Develops, maintains and modifies structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle. Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications. Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. Assists with investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements. Works under minimal direction.

Position Overview:

• • • • REMOTE first 2 weeks onsite then full time remote
    • Keywords: system design, payload system, component designs, design tools, and production operations.
      • Per the manager: Please work with candidates to get all key skills noted in the resume
        If they are missing any of these skills, please note what is missing when you submit
      • Must have experience designing composite primary airframe/structure
      • Must have experience with Catia V5
      • Must have experience with CPD, or Fibersim
      • Must have aircraft experience

This is a Senior Level design position in the Aerostructures Engineering Division. Under general direction of engineering management, the candidate for this position will support design of various crewed and un-crewed vehicles across commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, and spacecraft. General responsibilities include leading and coordinating the design activities of a team of 5-15 engineers within an assigned project. Establish and communicate clear task expectations. Will employ efficient integration of both composite and metallic constructions. Solve complex structural problems by using both demonstrated and novel methods, materials, and systems.

Additional activities will involve design support, coordination, and integration of mechanical system components/routings and electrical/avionics systems component installations into air vehicles. There will be opportunities for hands-on experience with manufacturing, assembly, and testing.

Minimum Requirements (education and experience):

Must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder or Permanent Resident
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
10+ years' experience in aerospace
Significant experience with CATIA V5 w/ a focus on Generative Surface Design, Part Design and Assembly. Experience in Unigraphics or Siemens NX will be considered based on supporting background.
Familiar with industry standards for the manufacture, repair and assembly of composite components for aerospace.
Experience with StarTeam, or other product data management such as Enovia LCA or PDM.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and written.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

Strong technical background including familiarity with industry standards for the manufacture, repair and assembly of composite components for aerospace.
Significant experience with engineering and manufacturing development and production of structural parts and assemblies utilizing composite materials.
Experience with the composite part detail process, including composites stacking sequence, lamination theory, honeycomb core, bonded assemblies, manufacturing assembly and fabrication processes, post-cure machining operations.
Experience with prototype and/or rate part production with exposure to tool design, manufacturing planning and hands on fabrication.
Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 along with tolerance analysis capabilities.
Experience in application ASME Y14.41 methods for Model Based Definition using CATIA V5 FTA (Functional Tolerancing and Annotations) is desired.
Experience with CATIA V5 CPD (Composite Part Design) and/or FiberSIM is desired. Ability to create and maintain parametric product geometry models is desired.
Cross-disciplinary interests are strongly desired; we love people that combine world-class expertise with a diverse background, hands on experience, and interesting hobbies!


Specific Responsibilities:
Act as the first level of authority within the design team for technical approval and exercise latitude in determining technical objectives of programs.
Work independently for extended periods of time and guide junior engineers.
Own project execution and integration while leading teams of other engineers.
Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detail designs including preliminary sizing, joint layouts, interface boundary definitions of parts and assemblies employing metallic and composite materials.
Create and maintain CAD models and drawings of installations, assembly and detail components that meet all requirements such as structural integrity, interface boundaries, weight and cost targets as directed by the project engineer.
Periodically review and check the product structure and BOM's of the team to insure fit, form, function of the structural components is maintained.
Conduct periodic design reviews as required to ensure designs meet the requirements.
Coordinate and collaborate with members of stress, manufacturing, procurement, quality control and other departments as required to mature the design from conception to production.
Create and maintain documentation that tracks team weekly progress status as it related to the Program budget and deadlines.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations to support Program PDRs and CDRs. Provide technical support and mentorship to those less experience members of the team.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to maneuver around equipment in test labs and on aircraft and work in a manufacturing facility supporting all elements of composite and metal manufacturing.

Travel may be required.

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a US person under ITAR* as noted in the Job description?
• Do you meet the educational requirements for this job?
• Do you meet the experience requirements for this job?
• Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?

Details:

• Contract - potential for extended term
• Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare
• 401K
• Potential for bonuses
• Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

*ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)