Mechanical Design Engineer

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for an opportunity in Windsor Locks, CT.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to a design lead.
• Create detailed part and assembly definition drawings and models FTA's using Catia V5.
• Create associated parts list supporting part definition.
• Support drawing release schedule.
• Revise/maintain layouts as required under the direction of a senior designer using Catia V5.
• Hydraulic actuators.
• Oleo-Pneumatic shock struts (single and dual stage).
• Landing gear assemblies.
• System routings (electrical and hydraulic).
• Revise detailed parts in support of customer change requests using Catia V5.
• Develop and implement changes that will improve installation of systems routings using Catia V5.
• Assist with driving improvements and harmonizing Acceptance Test Procedures using MS Word/MS Excel.
• Drive improvements into daily activities, striving for right the first time and on time all the time (LEAN principles).
• Utilize analytical skills to support proposed design changes.
• Kinematics analysis using Catia V5.
• Preliminary structures evaluation.
• Understand impact on performance.
• Tolerance stack-up evaluation.
• Prepare material for and attend design reviews.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.
• US person status is required.
• Must be fluent with SMARTEAM PDM (Smarteam, MatrixOne, Team Center) systems, Catia V5, & MS programs (Word, Excel, Project, Power Point).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.