Mechanical Engineer

FlightSafety•Hazelwood, MO

14d

About The Position

Develop detailed design drawings from engineering data with minimal supervision, providing supporting analysis and documentation as required. The Mechanical Engineer develops original design concepts based on sound engineering principles, creates 2D layouts and 3D models, defines part requirements, and produces installation, assembly, and detail drawings. The role provides technical direction and support to manufacturing through fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation of training equipment. The position works independently, handles multiple tasks, collaborates with teammates, provides guidance to less senior teammates, and works within department budgets and schedules. Travel may be required. FlightSafety International is a professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays to commercial, government, and military organizations. It provides aviation training to pilots, technicians, and other professionals and operates learning centers and training locations in several countries.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent degree.
At least 2 years of related experience is preferred.
Experience with a 2D drafting package and a 3D modeling package; SolidWorks is preferred.
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, design for manufacturing, and PLM/configuration control.
Strong communication skills when discussing technical topics with coworkers.
Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to prioritize tasks in support of production schedules.
Microsoft Office suite proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Experience with stress or vibrational analysis (FEA).
Experience with SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

Develop original design concepts based on sound engineering principles.
Create 2D layouts or 3D models from sketches and engineering data to determine component size, shape, and arrangement.
Define part requirements, including dimensions, tolerances, finishes, materials, and clearances.
Produce installation, assembly, and detail drawings from 2D layouts or 3D models.
Perform analysis to support designs, complete assigned tasks, or resolve technical issues.
Provide technical direction and support to manufacturing during fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation of training equipment.
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and develop potential solutions to problems using available tools and information.
Translate complex technical nuances to others and help improve processes.
Provide guidance to less senior teammates and collaborate with other teammates as required.
Work independently, meet department budgets and schedules, and pursue the best overall solution to problems.
Travel as required.