Design Engineer

Design Engineer (Robinson Helicopter Company, Inc.; Torrance, California): Design, develop, integrate, and verify structures, components, mechanical systems, and assemblies through the product development cycle. Conduct preliminary analysis of loads and stress to inform design decisions. Create detail, assembly, and installation design definitions using CAD software. Oversee the development and manufacturing of prototype articles. Develop requirements, specifications, and processes. Identify, plan, and conduct tests for components, assemblies and aircraft in the laboratory, ground, and flight test environment as necessary to include test planning, conformity, instrumentation, test conduct, data analysis, and issue resolution. Interface with other engineers to determine the operating environment for design elements and resolve issues found during development and certification. Validate that designs meet customer expectations, design objectives, and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 27. Interface with suppliers to identify solutions to design problems, establish requirements, and ensure requirements are satisfied. Report project status, schedules, and risks. Develop processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the work.

Qualifications

Education Requirements: Bachelor degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.

Experience Requirements: Five (5) years of experience in the position offered or related occupation.

Must have experience with the following: computer aided design and modeling with a focus on design for manufacturing and the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing; aircraft certification requirements; aircraft design principles, structures, loads, and mechanical systems; design and testing of electric engines in light aircraft; and engineering design, fabrication, integration, development, and testing for light aircraft applications.

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