engineering
Posted Apr 28Mechanical Design, Structures & Airframe – Engineer II/Senior
Los Angeles, United StatesHybrid
Responsibilities
- Create and release 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and documentation using NX/Teamcenter or equivalent tools.
- Optimize structural performance for cost and mass.
- Perform structural analyses, hand calculations, and FEA activities with mentorship.
- Define structural requirements, specifications, and test plans.
- Own structural testing activities, data review, and documentation.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and test teams to resolve design and build issues.
Requirements
- Heart is targeting type certification by the end of the decade. Your Mission
- You will collaborate cross functionally to the design of the fuselage, wing, and empennage, working with both composite and metallic materials, while gaining hands-on exposure to certified aerospace hardware development in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical or aerospace engineer to contribute to the design and development of next-generation aircraft structures while building strong engineering fundamentals and growing into increased technical responsibility over time. Key
- Learn and apply aerospace standards, GD&T, and manufacturing fundamentals.
- experience in structural design, aerospace engineering, or a related field. •
- Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks
- Understanding of engineering fundamentals, structural mechanics, and first principles
- Exposure to composite and/or metallic structures through coursework, projects, or early industry experience
- Familiarity with GD&T and basic manufacturing concepts
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take technical direction
- experience in composite structural design •
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , or a related field. These
- Familiarity with NX, CATIA, or other advanced CAD platforms.
- Academic or early exposure to FAA/EASA certification concepts. Introductory
- experience with FEA tools and structural analysis methods. •
- Experience leading or working with structural testing, instrumentation, or data analysis.
- Master’s degree (or progress toward one) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. Base Pay Range:
Experience
- 2+ years of professional
- Qualifications for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Structures & Airframe: 5+ years
Benefits
- Mechanical Design Engineer II - $124,000 - $155,000.
- Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - $140,000 - $176,000.
Additional details
- As a Mechanical Design Engineer, Structures & Airframe, you will design, analyze, and develop aircraft structural components.
- This role is a Responsible Engineer (RE) who focuses on the design and development of aircraft structural components.
- Participate in design reviews, continuous improvement and best practices.
- (This position can be hired as a Mechanical Design Engineer II or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer) Skills & Requirements: You'll Bring These
- Qualifications for Mechanical Design Engineer II, Structures & Airframe:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation You'll Bring These
- Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation Education:
- Hands-on exposure to composite or aluminum part fabrication.