Design Engineer III - Hydraulic Valves & Mechanisms (HYDRA004748) at SARGENT AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
Tucson, AZ 85718
About the Job
Purpose & Scope:
The Design Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for applying the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve technical problems in design, manufacturing, research & development, sales, inspection, and maintenance. The employee in this role will collaborate with peers within all the key business units to provide a robust & timely solution to the customers' current and future design challenges.
Enhance your technical skills while working closely with management and the rest of the team on multiple projects.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Required Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
ITAR Requirement:
Due to ITAR regulations, this position requires that the employee must be a U.S. Citizen.
Quality Requirement:
Employees will participate in understanding, implementing and maintaining the Company Quality Policy in accordance with AS-9100 and/or ISO-9001 requirements.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
The employee will be required to move throughout the building to collect, handle and process production parts.
Employer's Statement:
This job description does not list all of the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
The company reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future
RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.
In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent's continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company's commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
Company Benefits Include:
Dedication to our core values. Our must haves...
EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled
The Design Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for applying the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve technical problems in design, manufacturing, research & development, sales, inspection, and maintenance. The employee in this role will collaborate with peers within all the key business units to provide a robust & timely solution to the customers' current and future design challenges.
Enhance your technical skills while working closely with management and the rest of the team on multiple projects.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering analysis (stress, FEA, fatigue) and apply problem-solving methods to support new product development and/or sustaining production of existing designs.
- Create & review new designs for conformance to customer requirements & and proper application of engineering principles.
- Apply, evaluate, and optimize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to facilitate inspection and manufacturing.
- Write test plans and test reports in support of new programs to demonstrate compliance to customer specifications.
- Interact with customers to clarify design intent and technical requirements.
- Maintain accurate, orderly project records, including design and test data, customer specifications, directives, etc.
- Develop technical proposals, cost estimates & schedules for non-recurring engineering activities.
- Direct fellow engineers as well as designers & drafters in design concepts and optimization to meet strict deadlines.
- Provide direction and assistance on development and qualification test programs.
- Serve as engineering representative on the Material Review Board (MRB) to facilitate disposition of non-conforming product.
Required Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with at least 5 years related work experience (post-graduation).
- Proficiency in stress analysis (FEA) & tolerance analysis and GD&T, fatigue analysis, fastener analysis, and material & process control.
- Working knowledge of 3D modeling software (Pro/Engineer or CREO preferred).
- Excellent writing, presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Excellent MS Office skills.
- Mathcad, MATLAB, LabVIEW software proficiency.
- Familiarity with electronic or hydraulic control system design.
- Self-starter who demonstrates a sense of urgency in meeting customer expectations and delivering results.
- Ability to investigate, diagnose and resolve complex technical problems and communicate in clear simple terms.
- Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position.
Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with at least 7 years related work experience (post-graduation).
- Work experience directly related to hydraulic component design and/or manufacture & test.
- Prior exposure to metal forming and manufacturing methods & processes.
- Mechanical aptitude displayed through personal hobbies/projects.
- Proficiency in DMAIC (or equivalent) problem solving methodology.
ITAR Requirement:
Due to ITAR regulations, this position requires that the employee must be a U.S. Citizen.
Quality Requirement:
Employees will participate in understanding, implementing and maintaining the Company Quality Policy in accordance with AS-9100 and/or ISO-9001 requirements.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
The employee will be required to move throughout the building to collect, handle and process production parts.
Employer's Statement:
This job description does not list all of the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
The company reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future
RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.
In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent's continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company's commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
Company Benefits Include:
- Competitive Compensation
- Bonus platforms
- Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
- 401k Savings & Investment Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
- HSA/FSA
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
- Pet Insurance
- Gym & Rideshare Incentives
- Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
- Flexible Schedules
- 3 & 4-day work week
- ½ day Fridays
Dedication to our core values. Our must haves...
- Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities: is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
- Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes and supports the accomplishments, talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities: is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
- Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships, and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities: is responsive with strong customer service skills, product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
- Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities: is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
- Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities: is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
- Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities: is innovative and has a problem solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.
EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled
