Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)
Core
Designing and managing the full lifecycle of production tooling for complex aerospace systems to ensure safe, repeatable assembly.
Role type
Senior Tool Design Engineer
Builds
Assembly jigs, drill/bond fixtures, composites molds, trim fixtures, go/no-go gauges, lifting/handling carts, and protective tooling
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tooling design, mechanical design, manufacturing engineering, GD&T, FEA, hand calculations, 3D modeling, 2D drawing generation, BOM creation, supplier manufacturing process knowledge, prototype manufacturing experience, machining, composites, avionics, assembly
Preferred skills
Quality standards knowledge (AS9100, ISO 9001), advanced manufacturing technologies (additive manufacturing, automation), project management
Technologies
CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, 3DEXPERIENCE, Teamcenter, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Translate GD&T and key characteristics into tooling requirements; design assembly jigs, fixtures, and protective tooling; conduct FEA and hand calculations; generate complete Tool Design Packages; lead design reviews and perform human-factors evaluations; manage tool fabrication and oversee NCR/ECR resolution; develop Tool Setup & Care Instructions and PM plans; support First Article activities including dimensional validation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC