Aerospace Application Engineer

Trelleborg Group•El Segundo, CA

16d

About The Position

As an Aerospace Application Engineer, you will provide technical support and expertise to customers in the aerospace industry. Trelleborg’s aerospace group provides polymer solutions for applications ranging from airframe and engine to interiors. You will work with customers to understand their technical needs and provide solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams such as R&D, manufacturing, and sales to ensure customer satisfaction. The role requires an engineering background and a passion for problem-solving. Travel is 20% domestic and international. The position requires the use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR: U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, political asylees, or refugees.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or another technical discipline.
Three years of experience in an engineering role; a master's degree counts as two years of experience.
Two years of experience with CAD and engineering software.
Two years of product design experience, including complex surfaces, assemblies, and kinematics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
Ability to self-manage and work successfully without supervision.
Ability to handle and prioritize a dynamic workload.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proven proficiency with presentations and public speaking.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing engineering experience is preferred.
Experience with CAD and engineering software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX.

Responsibilities

Partner with customers to understand their intermediate technical needs and provide solutions.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customers.
Complete intermediate preliminary design reviews for new business opportunities.
Complete intermediate critical design reviews for new product development.
Create and maintain engineering documentation, including models, drawings, and procedures.
Support the sales team by providing technical information and product demonstrations.
Process engineering change requests internally and externally.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and sales, to ensure customer satisfaction.
Serve as an engineering approver for engineering documentation reviews.
Partner with third-party suppliers as needed to address product gaps.