Airfoils Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Core
Own the design and development of advanced military engine airfoil components, executing technical design tasks including analysis, manufacturing support, and test of assigned hardware.
Role type
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer (airfoils)
Builds
Advanced military engine airfoil components
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Military engines
Required skills
Mechanical design fundamentals, Structural analysis, Dynamic analysis (vibration/rotordynamics), Program management, Manufacturing support, Test planning and execution
Preferred skills
Finite element analysis (ANSYS), 3D modeling (NX/Unigraphics), Aerospace component manufacturing, Propulsion system testing
Technologies
ANSYS, NX/Unigraphics
Responsibilities
Own design and development of assigned airfoil components; Execute conceptual and detailed engineering activities; Perform or coordinate static structural and dynamic behavior analysis; Partner with manufacturing to resolve producibility issues; Support test planning and execution; Manage hardware cost, weight, and schedule deliverables; Provide informal guidance to new team members
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with early people leadership