Beehive Industries · 1 day ago
Principal Engineer, Mechanical Systems Leader
Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems. The Principal Engineer, Mechanical Systems Leader will be responsible for the design and analysis of mechanical components in gas turbine engines, leading a cross-functional team to meet design and performance objectives.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Set the vision for the mechanical systems within the broader engine system and lead a cross-functional team of engineers from aerodynamic, thermal, mechanical, material, and manufacturing disciplines to execute analytical, design, and programmatic milestones as required from the business
Serve as the mechanical systems design subject matter expert as part of a diverse system design team. Ensure products and sub-systems meet overall requirements from a design perspective. Lead component and system trades from a module perspective. Coordinate with cross-functional team to optimize the overall system to meet product requirements
Adapt to the needs of the team and program to ensure execution of milestones and objectives. Execute design and analysis tasks across disciplines where needed in mechanical systems to support the broader team including performing static, dynamic vibration, shock, plasticity, interference, contact, and fatigue analysis
Lead design reviews and coordinate with other disciplines in design, performance, stress and life, additive manufacturing, materials and system analysis
Set test objectives and limits, instrumentation and test data requirements, and test planning to execute component validation
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
Lead methodologies to develop new technologies to optimize the overall performance of a gas turbine with additive manufacturing. Participate in the research and development of technologies and methodologies associated with additive design to drive further capability in mechanical systems
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated consistent with engineering best practices
Work with suppliers to procure hardware and resolve producibility and quality issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
At least 12+ years of experience in mechanical systems design
Strong understanding of design software tools as used in modelling (CAD) and analysis (FEM)
Experience working with gas turbines for aviation product applications from a mechanical and aero design perspective
Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Experience working with additive manufacturing technologies and familiarity with design for additive manufacturing principles
Passion for additive technology and willingness to challenge current design limitations to further exploit the benefits of additive capability
Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Demonstrated problem solving ability and strong program leadership and execution skills
Proven self-starter and quick learner who can work in fast-paced cross-functional teams
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Preferred
Graduate degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
Bearings, seals, and drives expertise as it pertains to expendable systems
Passion for disruptive design and manufacturing technologies and practices
Benefits
Group Medical
Dental
Life
Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one
Generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match
Bonus eligible
Equity in the company
Company
Beehive Industries
Beehive Industries is a manufacturer, technology developer, and innovation partner for defense, aerospace, and related industries.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-01-13Acquired
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