Senior Mechanical Engineer (Contract)

Greenpoint Technologies•Bothell, WA

17h•$109,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Greenpoint Technologies is hiring Senior Mechanical Engineers for temporary, agency-employed roles designing VIP aircraft interiors and/or structures. The position develops complex designs to meet customer criteria, quality standards, FAA requirements, budgets, and project schedules using computer-aided drafting and design tools. Designs may include aircraft interior furnishings and structures such as ceilings, sidewalls, OEM modifications, flooring, floor structures, and ceiling grids. The engineer analyzes project and subsystem specifications; selects materials based on structural needs and specifications; and evaluates material and manufacturing trade-offs. The role works with suppliers, material testing, Manufacturing Engineers, the Design Department, and other engineering personnel to optimize designs, meet aesthetic and customer needs, and provide liaison engineering support. It also supports test setup preparation and test report development, and requires maintaining current knowledge of mechanical design practices, materials, components, and software tools. The position requires aviation and aircraft-interior experience, strong 2D and 3D drafting/design skills, and the ability to work independently and across disciplines. Travel and work outside core business hours may be required. The role requires extended sitting and occasional lifting and moving of items up to 25 pounds. Employees working on programs subject to ITAR must qualify as a US Person.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Aviation background and aircraft interior experience required.
Strong 3D and 2D computer-aided drafting/design skills; Inventor is preferred and AutoCAD is listed for 2D.
Familiarity with industry-standard practices, fasteners, materials, and component parts, and ability to search for and specify new supplied parts.
Understanding of manufacturing methodologies, design for manufacturing and assembly, costing, and material selection.
Knowledge of industry design, documentation, and drafting standards, including ANSI Y14.5.
Understanding of mechanical motion modeling and weight-and-balance analysis.
Ability to check engineering drawings for fit, form, and function.
Ability to meet strict schedule, budget, and technical requirements with minimal margin for error.
Ability to adapt to prototype-engineering processes distinct from production-engineering processes.
Broad knowledge across mechanical disciplines, including lower and upper attached structures, monuments, ceilings, sidewalls, flooring, placards, and OEM modifications.
Avionics knowledge, including locating, provisioning, and installing LRUs (electrical equipment).
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally as part of an established and growing team.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to sit for extended periods, use hands to lift or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds, and use close/color vision with the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to travel as required and work outside core business hours as required.
For work on programs subject to ITAR, must qualify as a US Person as defined in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Inventor experience is preferred for 3D computer-aided drafting/design.

Responsibilities

Design complex mechanical aircraft interior furnishings and structures, including ceilings, sidewalls, OEM modifications, flooring, floor structures, and ceiling grids.
Analyze and interpret subsystem and project specifications.
Select and evaluate materials for mechanical designs, considering structural needs, specifications, hardness, composites, treatments, coatings, and other design objectives.
Work with materials suppliers and arrange material testing when needed.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to optimize designs for part count, manufacturing cost, assembly error, production cost, and quality.
Apply knowledge of bills of materials, assembly concepts, and fabrication specifications.
Ensure designs meet customer criteria, quality standards, and FAA requirements.
Adhere to budgets and project schedules.
Provide design guidance and feedback to other engineering personnel.
Maintain current knowledge of mechanical design practices, materials, components, and software design tools; independently research and develop solutions to complex problems.
Work with the Design Department to develop aesthetic product designs that meet market needs and customer acceptance.
Provide liaison engineering support.
Support preparation of test setups and development of test reports.
Maintain regular attendance, arrive on time, and work full shifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.