Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description :

• The Propeller Systems Engineering group is seeking a motivated customer focused and dedicated Sr. Design Engineer to support new and legacy propeller products.
• Initial assignment will be to lead the establishment of a propeller system major inspection interval and required activities.
• This includes collaboration with other propeller functional groups to identify frequent maintenance degraders as well oversee analysis activities (damage tolerance, component tests, etc.).
• Other typical design activities include supporting the development and continued operation of Propeller components (actuators, hubs, transfer tube and control components).
• The candidate should have skills and experience in the following areas : design, engineering product change justification, testing and in service engineering support.
• The position is working onsite at our Windsor Locks CT facility.

Responsibilities :

• Supporting military and commercial propeller platforms.
• Design support across all phases of the design cycle, concept & optimization, preliminary through detailed design, development, validation, certification, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Design mechanical components and assemblies with an emphasis on manufacturability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Support manufacturing with non-conformances and troubleshooting assembly / testing issues.
• Generate reports for engineering work performed based on analysis and test activities.
• Interact with internal customers, external customers, vendors and suppliers.
• Participate in internal and external product design engineering teams and reviews.
• Coordinate and work regularly with engineering, in both Windsor Locks, CT and Figeac, France as well as MRO's and program office.
• Occasional domestic and international travel required to support maintainers, suppliers, customers, and aircraft operators.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements :

Person ( citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Aerospace experience
• Project engineering experience
• Experience providing manufacturing support and / or in-service engineering support for maintenance activities
• Experience with Siemens NX / Unigraphics or similar CAD software
• Experience with designing mechanical assemblies with standard parts (seals, screws, bearings, plugs and pins)
• Familiarity with ASME (GD&T dimensioning and tolerancing)
• Experience in the use of typical Microsoft Office programs
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity or competency with Finite Element Analysis
• Ability to present to customers, operators, and at various levels of leadership internally & externally

Education :

Bachelor's degree and years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum years experience.

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more.

If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.