Senior Mechanical Engineer

Albers Aerospace LLC is a professional services company currently working for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and commercial clients; competing as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) under several NAICS codes. Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation / aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting-edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance / modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Job Title : Senior Mechanical Engineer

Department : Albers Defense

Reports to : Director of Engineering

Location : Tactical Aircraft Solutions, Mooresville, NC

Full / Part Time : Full time

Remote work authorized : No

FLSA Classification : Exempt

CBA : N / A

Security Clearance Req : None

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Job Summary :

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Tactical Aircraft Solutions (TAS) division of Albers. The engineer will work in a multi-disciplinary project team and serve as the Senior Mechanical Engineer. Responsibilities will include the design of structures and mechanical components as required to install avionics, antennas and various mission systems (sensors, radar, etc.) onto fixed wing aircraft for foreign and domestic customers. The engineer will be involved in projects from concept through implementation and work closely with other members of the engineering team, equipment manufacturers and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) to ensure safe and viable designs.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Assist in the design and modeling of mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software, ensuring adherence to industry standards
• Conduct basic engineering analysis to validate design concepts, including stress analysis and thermal considerations
• Support the creation of technical documentation, including specifications, design reports, and assembly instructions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather design requirements and address engineering challenges
• Participate in prototype testing and evaluation, documenting findings and recommending improvements
• Engage in continuous learning to enhance your technical skills and knowledge of mechanical design best practice
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, software, and quality assurance to ensure integrated system designs.
• Conduct design reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for approving mechanical designs that will be implemented on the aircraft
• Design mechanical and electromechanical parts and systems from conception through production for various aircraft modification programs
• Work with electrical engineers to produce electromechanical layouts, structures, enclosures and cable routing.
• Work with production personnel to optimize designs for ease and speed of installation of mechanical systems
• Track and manage design change requests
• Provide technical guidance and best practices to other members of the team
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information independently and recommending corrective action(s).
• Identify and recommend opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency through design and / or manufacturing improvements

Note : The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Qualifications :

What We Offer :

Teammates at Albers Aerospace receive a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401k, Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays, employer paid term life, AD&D, long and short-term disability, and education and certification reimbursement.

The pay for this role is :

$115,000 to $125,000 per year (Mooresville, NC)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

Albers Aerospace will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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