Associate, Mechanical Engineering

About the Role

The engineer works within a multi-functional hangar team to develop engineering solutions for aircraft life cycle sustainment. This role involves designing, modifying, and repairing aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and mission equipment while supporting the transition from engineering design to manufacturing and installation. The position requires collaboration with diverse organizations including aircraft mechanics, manufacturing, program management, customer representatives, and other engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to aircraft sustainment challenges
• Perform static analysis and evaluate Durability and Damage Tolerance using Finite Element Analysis
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks and priorities decisively
• Collaborate effectively within multi-functional teams
• Communicate engineering rationale clearly to technical and non-technical audiences through written and verbal means
• Work in aircraft hangar and manufacturing environments; access confined aircraft spaces (fuel tanks, wings, fuselage) with appropriate safety gear
• Support flexible work schedules as mission requirements dictate
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a US security clearance

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Finite Element Analysis
• Structural analysis
• Repair design skills

Qualifications

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Civil Engineering or have completed their Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.