Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Rotor Dynamics / Bearings Analyst

Curtiss-Wright Corporation$99K — $143K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship required due to DoD regulations.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.
  • Masters in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) required; PhD preferred.
  • Over 10 years of experience in rotor dynamics and fluid bearing design.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and bearing design tools.
  • Experience with DyRoBeS, XLROTOR, or rotor dynamic analysis software.

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze fluid film and rolling element thrust and radial bearings.
  • Apply rotor dynamic engineering principles for sizing and troubleshooting.
  • Utilize advanced codes for rotor dynamic analyses, including non-linear methods.
  • Conduct data analysis for product testing and validate rotor dynamic behavior.
  • Develop testing programs and rig designs for bearing and rotor dynamic tests.
  • Document designs and technical processes, including patents and papers.
  • Present technical findings to internal and external audiences.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
  • Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Recognition and Rewards
  • Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Rotor Bearings Analyst to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location.

You will Design and analyze rotor dynamic systems for pumps, motors, generators, propulsors, and new product development

Salary: $99,000 - $143,000 per year

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:
  • Design and analyze fluid film and rolling element thrust and radial bearings
  • Apply rotor dynamic and bearing engineering principles using hand calculations for sizing, assessments, verification, design support, troubleshooting, and in-service issues
  • Use specialized codes for advanced rotor dynamic and bearing analysis, including non-linear and transient analysis methods
  • Perform data analysis for product testing, including rotor dynamic behavior and bearing performance, and test-to-calculation validation Develop, update and evaluate software tools for bearing and rotor dynamic analysis
  • Propose, develop, and design rotor dynamic and bearing testing (full scale, sub scale, or mockup),including design of test program, equipment setup/test rig design, instrumentation selection, and test procedure development
  • Effective composition and documentation skills, including formal design documentation, patents, technical papers, and articles
  • Make effective technical presentations for internal and external customers
  • Provide task-based cost estimates, scopes of work and engineering schedules of high fidelity for the individual job function
  • Work effectively in cross-functional teams to design, analyze, build and test critical function rotating electric machines.
  • Perform analysis and test projects to achieve technical, cost, quality and risk-reduction objectives
  • Understand customer perspectives and inputs and take appropriate responsive actions
  • Support and participate in design review activities
  • Perform work in accordance with departmental procedures and instructions, CW policies, and safety, environmental, and security rules and guidelines


What You Bring:
  • Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.
  • Masters in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
  • Advanced degree (PhD) is highly desirable
  • Prior work and/or research and development experience of 10 or more years in rotor dynamics and/or fluid bearing design field
  • MS Office
  • Bearing design and analysis tools
  • DyRoBeS, XLROTOR, or other rotor dynamic analysis tools


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About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. The company operates through three segments: Commercial/Industrial, Defense, and Power. The Commercial/Industrial segment provides products and services primarily to the commercial aerospace, general industrial, and naval defense markets. The Defense segment provides products and services to the defense markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries. The Power segment provides products and services to the power generation markets, including conventional and renewable energy sources. Curtiss-Wright Corporation was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina.
Learn more about Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Size
7,800 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$201.3 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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