Product Design Engineer

ITT Inc.

• $88K — $132K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent with 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in designing mechanical components/systems, especially with advanced composites and metals.
  • Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing methods and best practices is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and self-driven work ethic.
  • Proficient in CAD modeling and engineering drawings using SolidWorks and/or Catia.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineering leadership and cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
  • Develop prototypes and products for production transition.
  • Conduct design and analysis to fulfill internal and customer requirements.
  • Design tooling and fixtures for consistent and economical production.
  • Resolve technical issues in the lab and production line.
  • Address customer-reported field issues and escapes.
  • Accurately generate parts lists and digital bills of material based on design requirements.
  • Create 3D models and 2D drawings using ANSI and ASME Y14 standards.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for growth and development.
  • Incentive compensation programs.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

As a Product Design Engineer, you are an integral part of the ECS Product Team. You directly participate in projects involving the design and development of composite and metallic structures, ducting, fluid and thermal control systems, acoustic control, and a variety of stand-alone and integrated heaters for numerous applications.

You generate product concepts and designs, tooling designs, drawings, and Parts Lists based on customer data, loads, performance requirements, material applicability and environmental constraint. You lead and ensure the progress of assigned projects; develop designs, data, specifications, processes, and reports throughout the product development process; and present at technical reviews.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Support project goals and tasks in collaboration with engineering leadership, finance, ME, quality, testing, program management, and production support functions.
  • Work seamlessly with other departments to develop prototypes and products that can be transitioned to production.
  • Perform design and analysis to meet internal and customer requirements.
  • Design tooling and fixtures as needed to produce designs consistently and economically.
  • Support resolution of technical problems in the lab or in the production line.
  • Support evaluation and resolution of escapes and field issues reported by customers.
  • Generate parts lists and digital bills of material - including sub-assemblies, fasteners, tooling, and hardware - accurately based on design requirements.
  • Develop procedures for parts and systems, such as Acceptance Test Procedures, Qualification Test Procedures and Reports, Qualification by Analysis & Similarity Reports, etc.
  • Generate 3D models and 2D drawings of parts and assemblies using both ANSI and ASME Y14 geometric dimensioning & tolerancing and other best practices


Position Requirements

  • B.S. in Mechanical or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent field with 3+ years of experience in an engineering design and development environment.
  • Ample experience with design of mechanical components/systems is required. Experience designing products made of advanced composites, elastomers, and metals (e.g., ECS components, ducts, multi-layer panels) is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with aerospace composite and metal manufacturing methods and best practices is preferred.
  • A self-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Able and willing to methodically share knowledge with other team members.
  • Proficient in CAD modeling and engineering drawings using SolidWorks and/or Catia.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Capabilities:
  • Experience with project engineering and technical leadership.
  • Familiarity with RTCA/DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 environmental testing standards.
  • Ability to define test plans, write test procedures, and lead development and qualification testing.
  • Experience with stress analysis and simulations (Ansys preferred).
  • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person, as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (e.g., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

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Equal Pay Act Statement

We aim to pay our 'ITT'ers' fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on 'what' they accomplish, but also on 'how' they reflect ITT's values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Equal Pay Act Range

Annual salary range is $88,800 to $132,600, plus benefits and incentives.

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