engineering
Posted 23 hours agoMechcanical Engineer III
Huntsville, United StatesOn-site
Requirements
- This individual will be a part of a design team focused on development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems.
- Completes assigned tasks within project schedule and budget Demonstrates full understanding of the specialization of role and can research/re-engineer to propose alternate solutions to fairly complex issues Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
- Provides articulate, accurate instructions and guidance to lower level Engineers as well as team members outside the department Basic
- experience designing complex mechanical systems with demonstrated transition to hardware Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Experience in designing the following types of parts: machined parts, simple composite parts, plastic injection molded parts, sheet metal parts, wire assemblies, mechanical assemblies Hands-on building/prototyping
- Experience designing electro-mechanical systems with thermodynamic constraints Demonstrated competence in mechanical engineering process and design/analysis tools Proven
- experience in creating engineering drawings in compliance with ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing Practices, Y14.5 Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and other applicable ASME Y14 series standards Proficient at Solidworks as well as office software such as MS Office Other
- Qualifications & Desired Competencies Demonstrates ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Shares ideas and experiences with others, solicits feedback and asks relevant questions Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company Demonstrates effective
- Consistently demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (Constant).
- From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
- Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Benefits
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (Occasional) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Constant) Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $91,000 - $138,750 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
- benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
- We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Contact
- For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: 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.
Additional details
- Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Mechanical Engineer III applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment.
- This includes all levels and facets of design from conceptual clear through the detailed design and will include building and testing of these systems. Position
- Responsibilities Designs structural components, electro-mechanical design, payload mechanical design, ground equipment mechanical design, launching systems, flight control actuators integration, thermal analysis, prototype hardware development, tooling and fixtures design Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Assists project managers with the planning and scheduling of engineering work Confers with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information Develop manufacturing drawings and bills of materials for components and assemblies using industry drafting standards Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance
- requirements of designs or applications Support design reviews, assist project managers with the planning and scheduling of engineering work, and support manufacturing & suppliers with the production of components & assemblies Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways while applying company policies and procedures.
- Makes decisions that have some impact on project costs and schedule.
- experience as it pertains to lightweight miniature robotic systems or similar
- 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”).
- requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.
- Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements.