Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Vaco by Highspring is recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to support aircraft and aerospace testing activities. The role focuses on designing test fixtures, supporting mechanical test setup and troubleshooting, developing test procedures and reports, and maintaining technical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Provide mechanical engineering support for aircraft environmental testing activities
- Design and develop test fixtures and associated mechanical hardware required for environmental testing
- Support the setup, execution, and troubleshooting of aircraft and component-level tests
- Develop clear and detailed test procedures based on engineering requirements and test objectives
- Prepare comprehensive test reports documenting test setup, methodology, results, observations, and conclusions
- Collaborate with engineering and testing teams to identify and resolve mechanical or test-related issues
- Review test requirements and ensure fixtures and test setups meet applicable engineering specifications
- Assist with modifications and improvements to test fixtures and procedures as testing progresses
- Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout the testing process
- Support other mechanical engineering activities related to aircraft testing and development as needed
Skills
- The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background with experience supporting testing, aerospace/aircraft systems, fixtures, and technical documentation
- Experience with mechanical testing, test fixtures, or engineering test environments
- Ability to develop and document test procedures and test reports
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and engineering documentation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience working with CAD/design tools for developing mechanical fixtures is preferred
- Experience with aircraft or aerospace testing
- Experience with environmental testing of aircraft, aerospace components, or other complex mechanical systems
- Experience designing, fabricating, or modifying test fixtures
- Familiarity with aerospace engineering standards and testing practices
- Experience supporting hands-on test activities in a laboratory, manufacturing, or engineering environment
Benefits
- May be eligible for discretionary bonuses
- May be eligible for medical benefits
- May be eligible for dental benefits
- May be eligible for vision benefits
- May be eligible for the company's retirement plan or similar retirement benefits
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