Leads mechanical and structural integration for E-767 AWACS avionics, communications, and mission-system upgrades. Responsibilities include aircraft modification design, structural and stress analysis, CAD and engineering documentation, airworthiness certification, qualification activities, design reviews, testing, and on-site installation support. The role supervises engineering activities and collaborates with government customers, Boeing, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams. Experience with aircraft modifications, avionics integration, military airworthiness, radio systems, EMC/EMI, TEMPEST, and E3 requirements is required.
Senior Mechanical EngineerDesired Start Date: 2 weeks prior to award, or no later than 2 weeks after awardLocation: Oklahoma City, OK Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Security Clearance required at time of employmentTravel Requirement: N/ARequired QualificationsEducationExperience
This is a supervisory position.
Key Responsibilities- Lead mechanical design and aircraft integration activities for avionics, communications, and mission system upgrades.
- Design aircraft modifications including equipment installations, mounting provisions, racks, cabinets, and support structures.
- Perform structural assessments, stress analyses, and substantiation of aircraft modifications.
- Support thermal, environmental, weight and balance, and airworthiness qualification activities in accordance with military and aerospace standards.
- Develop and review engineering drawings, CAD models, installation packages, and technical documentation.
- Participate in Systems Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), and certification activities.
- Collaborate with government customers, Boeing, subcontractors, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful program execution.
- Lead mechanical design activities supporting installation of new avionics, communications, and mission system equipment.
- Evaluate impacts of new avionics systems on existing aircraft structures and subsystems.
- Support military airworthiness certification activities and participate in certification working groups and government technical reviews.
- Support System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), and Configuration Audits (FCA/PCA).
- Provide engineering recommendations to program leadership and government stakeholders.
- Provide on-site engineering support during aircraft modification and installation.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- ABET-accredited degree preferred.
- 9+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or defense programs.
- 5+ years supporting aircraft avionics integration and aircraft modification programs.
- Strong CAD experience using.
- Experience supporting design, installation, test, certification, and fielding of aircraft modifications.
- Experience with communications and avionics upgrades, including radio system integration.
- Strong knowledge of aircraft structures, systems integration, airworthiness, and engineering documentation.
- Experience with AWACS, ISR, C2, airborne communications, or large aircraft mission systems.
- Familiarity with ARC-210 radio systems, SATURN waveforms, RF communication systems, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC/EMI), TEMPEST requirements, and E3 requirements.
Compensation - Salary
At Fairwinds, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location and experience. Additional incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full time, exempt position.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance:
Must be eligible to work in the US.
AAP/EEO Statement
Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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