Design Engineer

SPCareers Wichita, KS Fulltime

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Summary

Creates and updates aircraft part and assembly designs, 3D models, drawings, and technical specs, and supports production and engineering teams.

Highlights

Experience
5+ years relevant professional experience
Education
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Equipment Provided
MS Office Suite proficiency
Type
Full-Time

Job description

The Design Engineer is responsible for creating, developing, and optimizing products or systems using engineering principles. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure functionality, performance, and manufacturability. The role is crucial in transforming concepts into innovative and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop parts or assemblies based on client requests and in compliance with client and industry standards for primary and secondary structural elements of aircraft.
• Modify or create 3D models of parts or assemblies.
• Develop and interpret drawings, and technical specifications for various parts or assemblies.
• Correct and incorporate changes into technical drawings.
• Standardize 3D models and drawings according to client and industry standards.
• Analyze submitted modification requests.
• Research technical specifications when not provided by the client.
• Identify root causes and resolve issues.
• Provide technical support to production and engineering teams.
• Assist in drafting quality procedures.
• Share technical knowledge with team members.
• Understand AS 9100 standard requirements related to the responsibilities of this position.
• Adhere to the company's QMS procedures and apply tools when performing tasks
• Any other related tasks

Requirements

Skills:
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate efficiently.
• Strong sense of responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Must have strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage responsibilities and adapt to workflow.
• Must demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to take initiative.

Qualifications:
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other related field or college diploma with 2 years' experience.
• Experience in the primary and secondary structural elements of aircraft is an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in design and modeling software (CATIA V5 preferred but other software will be considered).

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