Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role. Contractor Senior Design Engineer - Airframe As a Contractor Senior Design Engineer - Airframe, you will be responsible for providing conceptual and detail designs of primary and secondary structural aircraft components. You will work with and coordinate with a team of engineers within an assigned project on uncrewed aerial vehicles, modification of existing aircraft structures, and design-to-build activities for commercial and milita... more details
Job Description: Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.
Contractor Senior Design Engineer – Airframe
As a Contractor Senior Design Engineer - Airframe, you will be responsible for providing conceptual and detail designs of primary and secondary structural aircraft components. You will work with and coordinate with a team of engineers within an assigned project on uncrewed aerial vehicles, modification of existing aircraft structures, and design-to-build activities for commercial and military aircraft. You will work with composite and metallic primary and secondary structures, mechanical system components, and electrical/avionics systems component installations.
Job Qualifications:
• Strong technical background in aerospace manufacturing, repair, and assembly of composite components
• Extensive experience in engineering and manufacturing development of structural parts and assemblies using composite materials
• Proficiency in composite part detail processes, including composites stacking sequence, lamination theory, honeycomb core, bonded assemblies, and post-cure machining operations
• Familiarity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance analysis capabilities
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.41 methods for Model Based Definition using CATIA V5 FTA
• Experience with CATIA V5 CPD and/or FiberSIM for composite part design
• Ability to create and maintain parametric product geometry models
Responsibilities:
• Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detail designs
• Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings that meet all requirements
• Review and check product structure and BOMs to ensure component integrity
• Conduct design reviews and collaborate with other departments
• Prepare presentations for program reviews
• Provide mentorship and support to less experienced team members
Minimum Requirements:
• Must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Permanent Resident
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 10 years' work experience in the aerospace industry
• Proficiency in CATIA V5, with a focus on Generative Surface Design, Part Design, and Assembly
• Familiarity with industry standards for aerospace composite components
• Experience with product data management systems such as StarTeam or Enovia LCA/PDM
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written
• Strong interpersonal skills
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Scope of Open Role
• Duration: 6 mo, likely ext
• # of Openings: 4
• Target Start Date: ASAP
• Shift Expectations: 1st
• Start/End Time: 8AM ET – 5PM ET
• Does this worker follow a 9x80 schedule: No
• Would this person need to be 100% onsite: Remote opportunities, if local can come into office
• Are you okay with out-of-state candidates: Yes
• Work Location Address: Manassas, VA
• Full time/Part time: Full time
• Expected OT: Possible, not guaranteed
• Does this position require a U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance: Yes
• Reason for the need (increased work load, backfill, MLOA, etc.): Increased workload
• Will the contractor be expected to travel? If yes, how often and where: Potential, up to 10%
• Are there any physical requirements/demands?: No
• Is this an SCA role? If unsure, are they part of the E4B and C-17 program? Or do their contractors receive additional benefits and holidays?: No
• Clearance? If yes, what type and do they need this prior to starting: No
• Safety Sensitive? (DOD, EFO, FAA, FMCSA, NASA, Not Required): No
• Will contractor need to be setup to access VPN?: Yes
PROJECT/SKILLS
• Does the statement of work have any limitations on physical attributes? (Heavy lifting, long hours on feet, confined spaces, harnesses that have certain weight limits, etc.): No
• Type of background you are looking for (education, # yrs experience, etc.): Bachelors degree + 10 years aerospace experience
• Are there any companies that hire for the same type of skill set that you are looking for?: n/a
• Preferred soft skills?: Strong interpersonal skills
