Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Advanced Concepts
Core
Lead architecture and mechanical design of narrowbody high-lift devices (flaps, slats) for electric aircraft, managing mechanism, kinematic, actuation, and interface development from concept to preliminary sizing.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical design engineer (aerospace)
Builds
High-lift device mechanisms, support structures, tracks, hinges, linkages, and drive systems for electric airplanes
Domain
Aerospace / Aviation
Required skills
Aerospace mechanical design, mechanism design, actuation, kinematics, CAD (CATIA/3DEXPERIENCE), load path analysis, mechanical integration, failure mode identification, supplier coordination
Preferred skills
Commercial-aircraft high-lift/control-surface experience, system safety/jam analysis, hydraulic/electromechanical actuation, certification planning
Technologies
CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, CAD
Responsibilities
Lead architecture and design trades for high-lift devices; develop kinematic models and 3D CAD; translate aerodynamic and safety requirements into mechanical specs; own mechanical integration across wing and actuation systems; identify failure modes and maintenance needs; coordinate with aerodynamics, structures, and suppliers; guide junior engineers and review technical work
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC