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ALTEN

Struct & Payload Design Engr 4

ALTEN, Manassas, Virginia, United States, 22110

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As a Contractor Senior Design Engineer - Airframe, you will be responsible for providing conceptual and detail designs of primary and secondary structural aircraft components. You will work with and coordinate with a team of engineers within an assigned project on uncrewed aerial vehicles, modification of existing aircraft structures, and design-to-build activities for commercial and military aircraft. You will work with composite and metallic primary and secondary structures, mechanical system components, and electrical/avionics systems component installations.

Job Qualifications

Strong technical background in aerospace manufacturing and assembly of metallic and composite components

Experience with manufacturing Liasson / Shop support

Not handling shop tools

Proficiency in composite part detail processes, including composites stacking sequence, lamination theory, honeycomb core, bonded assemblies, and post-cure machining operations

Familiarity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance analysis capabilities

Knowledge of ASME Y14.41 methods for Model Based Definition using CATIA V5 FTA

Experience with CATIA V5 CPD and/or FiberSIM for composite part design

Ability to create and maintain parametric product geometry models

Responsibilities

Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detail designs

Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings that meet all requirements

Review and check product structure and BOMs to ensure component integrity

Conduct design reviews and collaborate with other departments

Prepare presentations for program reviews

Minimum Requirements

Must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Permanent Resident

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred

Minimum of 10 years' work experience in the aerospace industry

Proficiency in CATIA V5, with a focus on Generative Surface Design, Part Design, and Assembly

Familiarity with industry standards for aerospace composite components

Experience with product data management systems such as Smarteam or Enovia LCA/PDM

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written

Strong interpersonal skills

About the Company Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. They apply autonomy and robotics to revolutionize aircraft development, production, and operation. With a culture of innovation and a track record of ambitious and successful projects, Aurora aims to disrupt the future of the aerospace industry. As a contractor senior design engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the field.

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