AeroVironment
Sr. Mechanical Integration Engineer - Space Technologies
Albuquerque, NM · Senior
No sponsorship$91k-$139kDetected 1 day ago
CybersecuritySupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementSolidWorksGD&TMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringHardware DesignCommunicationCollaborationWritingLean Manufacturing
About the role
- ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR").
- A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.
- For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
Responsibilities
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Modify or refine mechanical designs and 3D CAD models to ensure they can be efficiently mass-produced
- Tooling & Equipment: Design custom jigs, fixtures, and mechanical tooling to support new product launches and line setups
- Troubleshooting & Optimization: Perform root-cause analysis on equipment breakdowns or production bottlenecks, and apply Lean or Six Sigma principles to resolve them
- Strong technical writing skills applicable to engineering documentation (analysis reports, specifications, requirements documents, etc.)
- Strong verbal communication skills needed for customer interaction at design reviews, supplier interaction, etc.
- Projects vary from packaging high reliability electronics subsystems to opto-mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering mirror systems.
- A Mechanical Integration Engineer bridges the gap between product design and production.
- They design mechanical components, work with mechanical parts and assemblies on the factory floor for first time builds and improve build efficiency with the Manufacturing engineers.
- They also collaborate with lead Mechanical engineers, Technical leads and Procurement personnel to finalize drawings, work with Machine shops on technical questions and define inspection plans for critical parts.
- The role ensures parts are meeting design intent, can be easily manufactured for repeatable lots, and efficiently assembled while maintaining top-tier quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace engineering
- 2+ years' experience in one or more of the following areas:
- 5-8 years' experience in mechanical engineering of space systems.
- Ability to quickly adapt to various projects and types of work and to work several projects simultaneously while managing time and priorities.
- Experience and willingness to be hands on during hardware assembly, integration, and test.
- Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
- Required to sit and stand for long periods
- (Required Skills & Experience)
- Software Proficiency: design using CAD software, ideally experience with SolidWorks
- Process Methodologies: Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis.
Nice to have
- design using CAD software, ideally experience with SolidWorks
Skills
- Space hardware design, integration, and test
Compensation
- $91,000 - $138,750
Benefits
- AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
Company info
- http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
- We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
- Principals only need apply.
- NO agencies please.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a development team.
- We are seeking a mid-career Mechanical Integration Engineer to provide engineering design, drafting and assembly support to diverse R&D programs and small-volume production contracts.
- Founded by legendary innovator Dr.
Equal opportunity
- We are proud to be an EEO/AA
- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
- AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Current US security clearance
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