HEICO · 2 months ago
Design Engineer (Fuel Containment Technologies) I-V
Tempe, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
3+ years expHEICO is a private equity backed defense company that provides critical fuel systems for military applications. The Design Engineer - FCT is responsible for designing and releasing fuel containment technologies, supporting manufacturing, and collaborating with customers and vendors to ensure product quality and compliance.
AerospaceElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Designs/Releases Fuel Containment Technologies, such as self-sealing and non-self sealing fuel bladder assemblies for aviation and ground vehicles. Self-sealing coatings, Backing Material and related Manufacturing equipment and tooling
Supports/Documents build instructions for manufacturing
Supports trade shows and military installations
Executes design changes and process updates as required
Develops test plans and test reports based on senior engineer and management direction
Interprets drawings, specifications, and other data to support design and development of components and assemblies
Performs component weight analysis
Performs proof of concept experiments to demonstrate ideas
Assists with training and on-the-job learning initiatives for less experienced Design Engineers
Works with senior engineers and management on component and assembly integration
Effectively and directly communicates with vendors and customers
Developing and manage to schedules for each project with senior engineer supervision
Designing products that meet customer requirements with senior engineer supervision
Supporting the production and sustainment of the product
Developing specifications based on customer requirements
Responding to internal and external customer questions and requests in a timely fashion
Supporting the production and sustainment of the product
Marginal duties may include the following: Proactively seeks guidance and work opportunities to increase skill set and to determine the potential impact of designs and improve understanding of standard operating procedures
Assists Engineering with projects as necessary
Ship packages
Adherence to Export Control and Technology Control Plan (TCP) as applicable to job function
Adherence to Compliance Plan and Employee Policy Manual
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Solid understanding of Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools and software
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, groups of managers, and/or end users
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, applies lessons learned to preclude recurrences, and gathers and analyzes information skillfully; proactively looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook, PowerPoint; and Access)
Mathematical understanding consistent with the educational requirements
Ability to read, write and communicate clearly and effectively in English
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to use various tools to identify and solve problems
Strong customer service and company culture/reputation orientation
Familiar with design of mechanical assemblies
Ability to coordinate and perform tasks with minimal direction
Preferred
Previous internship experience in an engineering field is preferred
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a design engineer role; or a Master's Degree in Engineering; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Previous employment in engineering field (commercial, military, or defense engineering) is preferred
Familiarity specifically with SolidWorks Computer Aided Design
Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5
Benefits
4X10 Schedule with every Friday Off
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with Company Match
Generous PTO
Educational Assistance
Company Paid Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, and Short-Term Disability
EAP and Wellness Plan
Healthy Rewards Program
Company
HEICO
Heico is an aerospace, industrial, defense, and electronics company.
10001+ employees
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