Mechanical/Structures Engineer I-IV

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Works Mechanical/Structures design and development projects and provides solutions to difficult engineering problems.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of Mechanical/Structures Engineers.  Each level of Mechanical/Structures Engineer has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

•  Manages effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
• Understands customer requirements and prepares designs in accordance with customer and derived requirements.
• Prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. drawings, specifications, parts lists, interface control documents, test procedures, etc.).
• Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Ensures customer satisfaction in relation to projects.
• Supports system testing, trouble shooting, and problem resolution. 
• Supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting. 
• Prepares test plans and reports.
• Follows safety precautions.
• Ensures that the work area and equipment are kept clean.
• Complies with established QMS procedures.

Mechanical/Structures Engineer I

• Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for simple projects as assigned by Manager and/or Technical Lead.

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer II

• Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for more complex projects as assigned by Manager and/or Technical Lead.
• Acts as Test Director for Mechanical/Structures sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
• Mentors Level I Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
• Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.
• Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.

Mechanical/Structures Engineer III

• Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
• Acts as Test Director for Mechanical/Structures sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
• Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.
• Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
• Mentors Level I-II Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
• Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
• Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that Mechanical/Structures requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
• Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.
• Monitors and reports on customer satisfaction in relation to projects.

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer IV

• Acts as the Lead Mechanical/Structures Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
• Acts as Test Director when necessary.
• Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Plans projects and executes to the plan with attention to detail.

• Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Mechanical/Structures Engineers.
• Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that Mechanical/Structures requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.

• Manages the engineering team’s effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
• Reports project status periodically (actual budget/schedule vs. proposed budget/schedule).
• Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
• Mentors Level I-III Mechanical/Structures Engineers.

Other Job Functions (all levels)

• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None 

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED (all levels):

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to travel as necessary to perform job duties
• Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel

• Demonstrated passion for customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

Each successive level of Mechanical/Structures Engineer builds on the identified education and experience listed for the previous level(s) of Mechanical/Structures Engineer. 

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer I

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).
• Relevant experience and/or coursework preferred.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship). 

 Additional Desirable Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally to meet program requirements.

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer II

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).

• 3 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer III

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).

• 6 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.

 Additional Desirable Skills:

• 3+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.

 Mechanical/Structures Engineer IV

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structures Engineering preferred).

• 11 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.

Additional Desirable Skills:

• 6+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and or manufacturing environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Frequent outside contact with customers and suppliers.
• May work extended hours or weekends and travel occasionally.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

• 0-25% May travel to support new business development and customer maintenance and to or from other KUAS locations.