BS/MS in engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace preferred)
Experience in project, design, or related engineering roles
Proven leadership of technical teams
Proficient in generating 3D models & 2D drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Responsibilities
Lead technical aspects of projects from concept to production
Develop and maintain technical data packages and testing requirements
Create 3D conceptual models to meet customer specifications
Conduct design trade studies and hand calculations
Perform tolerance studies to ensure design accuracy
Engage with customers on design and functional details
Collaborate with suppliers for rapid prototyping and risk reduction
Generate and allocate requirements, ensuring technical compliance
Coordinate project team tasks and manage costs
Ensure production viability of new designs through cross-department collaboration
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects
Engagement with both internal teams and external customers
Professional development in a collaborative environment
Access to advanced engineering tools and technologies
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
EBAD seeks an engineer for the position Development Engineer, reporting to the Product Development Engineering Lead.
Responsibilities:
The development engineer (DE) is the technical lead on internal and external projects and is responsible for all technical and schedule aspects of the project/product from concept through development, qualification and production. Primary duties include:
Development and maintenance of the technical data package, product testing requirements and methods.
Create 3D conceptual models to meet customer design requirements
Perform design trade studies and hand calculations
Perform tolerance studies to ensure design fidelity
Interact with customers on design, interface and functional details
Interact with suppliers to rapid prototype parts for risk reduction testing
Requirements generation, allocation, and flow down
Technical compliance and risk assessment/management
Coordination of project team technical tasks
Cost estimating and management for both proposal and program activity
Additional duties include coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval for this documentation.
Requirements:
The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and experience in project, design or related engineering experience. Mechanical and/or Aerospace are the preferred engineering disciplines.
Required experience includes:
Proven leadership of technical teams
Ability to apply customer requirements and government/military specifications to design
Demonstrated experience generating 3D models & 2D drawings, SolidWorks preferred
Capable of applying GD&T, and understanding how it effects part cost
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and customers
Demonstrated competency in problem solving and root cause analysis
Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with product development, rapid prototyping, and manufacturing processes
Experience with all Microsoft Office tools including MS Project
ANSYS and Solid Works experience
About EnsignBickford Aerospace & Defense Co
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBA&D) is a leading supplier of energetic materials, non-lethal products, and weapon systems to the aerospace and defense industry. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Simsbury, Connecticut. EBA&D's products are used in a wide range of applications including missile systems, aircraft ejection seats, and space launch vehicles. The company has a long history of innovation and has been awarded numerous patents for its technologies. EBA&D is a subsidiary of Ensign-Bickford Industries, a privately held company that also operates in the mining and petrochemical industries.
