Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
US-Fort Worth
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Req #: 100882
Type: Fulltime-Regular
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Overview: Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow. Responsibilities: Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview. The Mechanical Design Engineer III solves complex structural and spatial integration challenges for Satellite Communication (SATCOM) components across diverse aircraft platforms. This role resolves real-time onsite production defects and engineering drawing discrepancies while designing robust installation provisions for outside aircraft equipment and cabin wireless hardware. By translating customer specifications into manufacturing-ready bill of materials and repair dispositions, the position ensures seamless manufacturing execution and strict regulatory compliance. What Success Looks Like (Objectives): * Execute individual mechanical design and assembly projects on time and under budget while ensuring full technical compliance with customer specifications * Generate detailed 3D conceptual designs, installation provisions, and bills of materials for fuselage-mounted antennas, cabin SATCOM equipment, and wire harnesses * Resolve critical onsite production issues by updating engineering drawings, authoring disposition reports, and developing custom repair schematics * Support engineering department OKRs by maintaining continuous collaboration with production staff, external contractors, and project stakeholders * Utilize AI-driven CAD optimization software to automate structural generative design and streamline bill of materials workflows Qualifications: Core Skills and Competencies (What you'll bring): * Advanced technical proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, SolidWorks, EPDM, and engineering software applications for complex structural design * Comprehensive expertise in aircraft design standards, FAA regulatory compliance, and structural installation principles * Strong problem-solving abilities to evaluate customer specifications, generate repair dispositions, and resolve onsite production challenges * Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication capabilities to liaise effectively with production teams, area staff, and external partners * Practical AI Application skills to analyze generative design options and accelerate engineering document generation Additional Qualifications: * Experience with FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) modifications and direct collaboration with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) * Direct background in satellite communications (SATCOM) integration and aircraft structural repairs * Dual proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD software environments Minimum Requirements: * Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field * 8+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in aviation, preferably with direct experience in aviation SATCOM systems * Must have at least 8 years of experience with: * Mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, and structural assembly for aviation applications * Onsite production troubleshooting, engineering drawings modification, and repair dispositions * Specialized component fabrication design using composites, sheet metal, welding, and machined parts Visa sponsorship not available for this role
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