Job Description
Design and Development:
– Create detailed mechanical designs for aerospace and defense systems, primarily aircraft systems and components.
– Develop prototypes and iterate on designs based on testing results and performance criteria.
– Ensure designs meet stringent requirements for durability, reliability, and safety in extreme conditions.
– Ensure designs are cost effective to produce.
Analysis and Testing:
– Conduct rigorous simulations and analyses to assess structural integrity, thermal performance, system performance, and dynamic behaviour of designs as relevant.
– Specify, oversee, and analyse physical testing, including environmental and stress tests and flight tests, to validate and refine designs.
– Apply knowledge of aerospace materials and technologies to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Compliance and Standards:
– Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, military specifications, and regulatory requirements as applicable.
– Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant aerospace and defense standards.
Documentation and Reporting:
– Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, test requirements and reports.
– Document design changes, test results, and compliance with standards.
– Generate validation reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaboration and Coordination:
– Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and interdisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical designs with electrical, software, and systems engineering components.
– Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure design feasibility and support production processes.
Problem-Solving:
– Identify and resolve complex engineering challenges related to mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
– Implement design improvements based on feedback from testing, field performance, and lessons learned.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
– Research and integrate new materials, technologies, and design techniques to enhance performance and reduce costs.
– Stay informed about advancements in aerospace and defence technology and incorporate best practices into design processes.
Project Management Support:
– Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.
– Support project management by providing design updates, risk assessments, and technical guidance.
 
Candidate requirements:
Qualification and/or professional license(s)
– Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience
– Experience in machine design and manufacturing, preferably Aerospace design will be advantageous
– Experience with 2D and 3D CAD software systems will be advantageous
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