Mechanical Engineer III

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer III at our Burbank, CA location.

About Crane :

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments : from engines to landing gear;

from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination.

Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world.

You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary :

Product Improvement : Responsible for product improvement initiatives of mechanical and hydraulic components primarily used in aircraft brake control systems, as well as seat actuation system components.

Identifies product and / or process improvements, provides justification, and implements approved improvements.

Sustaining Engineering : Provides technical assistance to all internal departments, suppliers, and customers as it relates to manufacturing, assembly, and test of mechanical products.

Prepare documents required to define products, or changes thereof, and show verification of analytics.

Essential Functions :

• Utilize proficient problem solving processes, documentation, tools and analyses to identify root cause and corrective actions to technical challenges and / or issues in support of product improvement and product sustaining assignments
• Evaluate suitability of nonconforming products as member of Material Review Board
• Conduct failure analysis examinations and prepare Failure Analysis Reports (FAR) of findings.
• Design, develop, and implement new technologies and processes related to enhancements of current products and processes.
• Create new products and modify existing products to support customer, applicable regulatory and industry standard, and market requirements.
• Perform trade studies to optimize design solutions.
• Create or calculate tolerance stack ups, performs reliability and Failure Modes and Effects analyses.
• Generate Design Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (DFMEA)
• Prepare, review, and approve documentation required to define and control products. Support design reviews, both with external customers and internal, as required.
• Provide technical support to all internal departments, suppliers, and customers as it relates to the product.
• Ensure successful completion of assigned project phase within budgeted time and cost constraints.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 7+ years in aerospace industry; experience in other industries with development and manufacture of complex hydraulics and electro-mechanical components can be considered in lieu of aerospace.
• Experience in designing of major aircraft actuation and distribution components and / or systems, such as hydraulic valves, actuators and electromechanical devices
• Thorough knowledge of ANSI Y14.5 standards, Tolerance analysis, and Computer Aided 3D Design.
• Fundamental engineering analyses, including but not limited to fluid dynamics, mechanical design for hydraulic components, systems and pressure vessels.
• Working knowledge of practical manufacturing techniques, quality assurance requirements and factors affecting product / program costs.
• Knowledge of analytical tools such as SolidWorks and its analysis suite is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to organize prepare and present materials to customers, suppliers and / or company management at all levels.
• Knowledge of office tools.
• Eligibility Requirement : This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered.

As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions :

• Standard office environment
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to : eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel / wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Requires work with small to medium size hand and power tools
• Occasional travel to customer and outside test lab facilities for technical interchange meetings, design reviews, product testing support, and to attend technical seminars
• May need to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)

Top Benefits :

Salary range : $104,800 - $146,700. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications.

Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy :

• Benefits : Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off : 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan : 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement : eligible after 90 days of employment
• Flexible work schedule : This position is eligible for our Crane Flex Hybrid schedule which allows for the option of up to 2 days / week of work-from-home.

Some conditions apply which will be discussed during the interview process. Full policy to be provided after hire.

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines.

Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.

FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.