Systems Engineer

Ascent Aerospace

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; relevant experience may substitute.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in systems engineering and tooling.
  • Understanding of manufacturing practices including fabrication, machining, and assembly.
  • Broad knowledge of materials and processing, particularly metallic and composite materials.
  • Holds a valid Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and must maintain it throughout employment.
  • U.S. Person status required by Export Control Compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Write design requirements for assembly line tools and machines.
  • Develop system models for tooling and equipment applications.
  • Modify facility layouts with CAD software for integration.
  • Create test plans and define acceptance criteria for tools or systems.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and equipment designers.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet budget and schedule requirements.
  • Present design models to internal teams and external clients.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance coverage
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k Matching contributions
Full Job Description
Summary of Position

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the coordination of design requirements between corresponding systems of machine tools, jigs, fixtures and automated equipment used in aerospace industries.

Essential Functions

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.
  • Write design requirements for assembly line applications of static/dynamic tools and machines.
  • Develop system models for tooling and equipment.
  • Modify facility integration layouts using CAD software.
  • Develop test plans and acceptance criteria for tools or systems of tools.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing engineers as well as tooling and equipment designers.
  • Complete models, layouts, and test plans within established budgets and schedules.
  • Present system models to internal and external customers.


Required Skills, Education & Experience
  • BS Mechanical Engineering or similar field; equivalent relevant experience also acceptable.
  • 10+ years relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing practices: fabrication, machining, and assembly.
  • Broad knowledge of materials and processing, both metallic and composite.
  • Must possess a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
  • This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Proficient with CATIA V5 and/or NX.
  • Experience managing data in a PLM system.
  • Clear written and oral communication of ideas, designs, and status.
  • Drive to succeed with each challenge presented.
  • Ability to work individually or in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

Travel

May be required to travel to other site locations as required per project requirements.

Working Conditions

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.
  • Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation
  • May access and work in the manufacturing plant
  • While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
  • The employee may be exposed to vibration
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • May be required to travel to other site locations as projects require.
  • May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
  • Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
  • Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.


COMPENSATION

Compensation varies based on work location

BENEFITS
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401k Match


Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in 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 (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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