Mechanical Engineer

Aery Aviation, LLC•Newport News, VA

16d•$85,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer designs, analyzes, documents, and integrates structural and mechanical systems for aircraft modifications, repairs, and certification programs. The role develops installation concepts, structural reinforcements, equipment mounts, and mechanical system integrations that support new aircraft capabilities while maintaining airworthiness and regulatory compliance. Designs are expected to be structurally sound, manufacturable, maintainable, and compatible with existing aircraft configurations. The Mechanical Engineer collaborates with Electrical Engineers, Designers, Certification Engineers, Production personnel, and external stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet technical, regulatory, and operational requirements. The role also supports and fulfills Mechanical Designer/Modeler responsibilities as needed, and provides technical support through fabrication, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, testing, and aircraft modification activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience designing, analyzing, integrating, or supporting aircraft structures, mechanical systems, equipment installations, or aircraft modifications.
Working knowledge of engineering principles related to structural design, materials, mechanics, manufacturing processes, and mechanical system integration.
Familiarity with FAA regulations, aircraft certification processes, Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) projects, or FAA Form 337 major alteration processes.
Experience creating, reviewing, or interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively with Engineering, Certification, Production, Quality, Program Management, vendors, and customers.
Ability to work in office and aircraft hangar environments.
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience supporting aircraft modification, repair, integration, or aerospace product development programs.
Experience supporting FAA certification activities, including STC programs, compliance documentation, test plans, test reports, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-516C airworthiness requirements and military aircraft modification programs.
Experience performing structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, or other engineering analyses supporting design and certification activities.
Experience developing engineering reports, substantiation documents, installation instructions, test procedures, and certification support documentation.
Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards.
Familiarity with aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, fastener systems, and aircraft structural repair practices.
Experience with aircraft production, modification, installation, ground testing, or flight test support.
Experience working directly with customers, DERs, FAA representatives, OEMs, suppliers, or certification authorities.
Familiarity with configuration management, engineering release processes, and aerospace quality systems such as AS9100.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and document aircraft structures, mechanical systems, equipment installations, and aircraft modifications for repair, alteration, and certification programs.
Develop engineering solutions that satisfy customer and regulatory requirements, airworthiness standards, and program objectives.
Perform structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, and other engineering evaluations supporting design decisions and certification activities.
Develop and review engineering drawings, technical reports, compliance documentation, test plans, and supporting engineering data.
Coordinate with Electrical Engineering, Certification, Stress Analysis, Production, Quality, and external vendors to support system integration and program execution.
Support development of certification artifacts, compliance substantiation, and engineering reports for FAA, DER, ODA, military, or customer approval.
Evaluate manufacturability, maintainability, serviceability, and installation considerations throughout the design process.
Provide technical support during fabrication, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, testing, and aircraft modification activities.
Participate in engineering design reviews and provide technical recommendations concerning safety, performance, reliability, maintainability, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain engineering data under configuration control and ensure work products comply with company standards, procedures, and drawing practices.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, engineering standards and design practices, and lessons-learned activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering.
Support and fulfill Mechanical Designer/Modeler responsibilities as needed.