Design Engineer Job Summary:

A Design Engineer at AEVEX Aerospace is engaged in the creation, development, evaluation, and transformation or aircraft systems and mechanical structures. They provide the team with solution designs for further assessment and testing and have a deep understanding of aircraft design and principles.

Essential Functions:

• Creates engineering designs, layouts and drawings for aircraft modifications and/or repairs.
• Completes designs using Catia design software.
• Hand sketches design configurations to articulate concepts.
• Interprets engineering drawings and work closely with other departments to resolve issues.
• Conducts liaison engineering when required.
• Collaborates with designers and draftsmen to complete engineering drawing packages.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companie's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• 2-5 years' experience with Catia VR5 design of aerospace/aircraft structural modifications or new design
• Experience with typical aircraft metals (MMPDS), hardware (MS, NAS, AN, bolts, rivets, screws, nuts, bushings, etc.) steels, fiberglass, honeycomb panels, machined parts, formed sheet metal, welds and sealant.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical data, repair drawings and/or engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of aircraft structure, sheet metal, machining, manufacturing and assembly procedures.
• Strong understanding of aircraft repair procedures and structural analysis skills
• Excellent attention to detail and creative problem solving skills.
• Proficient in of MS Office Suite and strong computer skills for report writing and analysis preparation.
• Understanding of FAA rules and regulations.
• Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Ability to obtain and hold a Secret Clearance (US citizenship is required)

Physical Requirements:

Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. We welcome candidates with diverse strengths, experiences, backgrounds, and capabilities, who share a passion for 'Empowering People to Make the World a Safer Place.

Applicants who are offered employment from AEVEX Aerospace, LLC ("AEVEX") will be subject to a background check by a third party. Prior to the background check being conducted, the applicant will be required to complete disclosure and authorization forms authorizing AEVEX to conduct a background check. The authorization is made in electronic form and will only be shared with individuals who have a business need to review the information to make employment decisions. During the background process, applicants will verify personal information such as the below. An applicant who provides incomplete information will be disqualified from employment at AEVEX.

• Criminal Convictions (misdemeanor and felony).
• Prior Employment History
• Educational History

AEVEX reserves the right to disqualify a candidate based on the results of the background investigation.

At AEVEX Aerospace, we are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and customers. As such, we require drug screening for all positions where an offer is provided. Failure to receive a negative result on this test may result in forfeiture of any employment offer prior to the start of employment. Although several states have recently legalized the possession and use of certain drugs for recreational and/or medical purposes, AEVEX adheres to a strict zero-tolerance drug use policy, in accordance with federal laws that take precedence over state laws

Applicant Acknowledgement of Company Drug / Alcohol Testing: As a condition of employment with this company, I understand that, in accordance with the FAA Anti-Drug Testing Program, I will be required to take a pre-employment drug test. The anti-drug program requires urine testing for the following five specific drugs - marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and PCP. If hired, I further understand that I will be part of the company's ongoing drug / alcohol misuse testing program which includes random, reasonable suspicion, post accident and return to duty testing. The Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program requires evidential breath testing (EBT) conducted by qualified technicians on approved testing equipment. If I either refuse to cooperate with the mandatory FAA Anti-Drug / Alcohol Misuse testing program as implemented by this company, or if I have a verified positive drug test reported to the company after the careful review of the Medical Review Officer, I understand that I will not be considered for employment. I acknowledge that I have been advised of the Company Drug/Alcohol Testing outlined above.

AEVEX must ask applicants whether he or she has tested positive, or refused to test on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by a company to which the employee applied for, but did not obtain, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by Department of Transportation (DOT) agency drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two (2) years. If the applicant admits that he or she had a positive test or a refusal to test, AEVEX must not use the employee to perform safety-sensitive functions for the company, until and unless the applicant documents successful completion of the return-to-duty process (49 CFR Part 40.25 (j) ). Have you tested positive, or refused to test, on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you applied for, but did not obtain, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two years