Senior Mechanical Engineer (Contract)

Greenpoint Technologies

18h•$109,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Greenpoint Technologies is hiring multiple Senior Mechanical Engineers for temporary, agency-employed roles designing VIP aircraft interiors and structures. The role creates complex designs that 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, flooring, floor structures, ceiling grids, monuments, and OEM modifications. The engineer analyzes project and subsystem specifications; selects and evaluates materials and components; collaborates with Manufacturing Engineers to improve manufacturability, cost, assembly, and quality; and ensures designs meet customer, quality, and FAA requirements. The role also provides design guidance, liaison engineering support, and support for test setup preparation and test-report development. It requires independent problem-solving and coordination with the Design Department to develop aesthetically pleasing products that meet market needs and customer expectations. Greenpoint delivers custom VIP jet interiors for private clients and heads of state. The company describes its work as complex, custom, and supported by leading-edge tools, employee-built processes, collaboration, creativity, and a high-accountability culture.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Aviation background and aircraft interior experience.
Strong 3D and 2D computer-aided drafting and design skills; Inventor is preferred and AutoCAD is listed for 2D work.
Familiarity with industry-standard practices, fasteners, materials, component parts, and the ability to search for and specify 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 that differ from production-engineering processes.
Broad knowledge across mechanical disciplines, including lower and upper attached structure, monuments, ceilings, sidewalls, flooring, placards, and OEM modifications.
Avionics knowledge related to locating, provisioning, and installing LRUs (electrical equipment).
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally as part of an established and growing team.
Strong communication, problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills.
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to 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: a US citizen, a qualifying permanent resident, or a political asylee.
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.

Nice To Haves

Inventor experience for 3D computer-aided 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 materials for mechanical designs based on structural needs and material specifications; evaluate material and treatment trade-offs and work with suppliers and testing resources as needed.
Work with Manufacturing Engineers to optimize designs for part count, manufacturing cost, assembly errors, 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 tools; independently research and develop solutions to 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.