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Job Title: Aeronautical Engineer
Job Description
Seeking a motivated engineer to build the next generation aerostat system. You will work within a dynamic engineering and design team to conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test, and implement innovative aerostat solutions for deployment to our customers. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and implement aerostat systems and products. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong foundation in engineering principles.
Responsibilities
Design and Development: Utilize software and engineering skills to evaluate and create designs of components and systems, ensuring compliance with engineering principles and regulatory standards.
Testing and Evaluation: Perform simulations on prototypes and existing designs to assess performance, identify issues, and implement necessary modifications.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, production, operations, and quality assurance, to coordinate activities and ensure seamless integration of designs into manufacturing processes.
Documentation: Prepare technical reports and documentation outlining design specifications, simulations, and test results.
Essential Skills
BS+ in aerospace, aeronautics, or mechanical engineering with a background in aerodynamics and flow.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
Expertise in CAD software such as Mathcad.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
Ability to apply innovative approaches to designing, integrating, testing, and producing complex engineering sensor systems.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with CAD, simulation, and modeling software.
Experience with Dynamic Analysis Tools.
Experience with systems engineering and integration.
Experience with development and production programs through the install and deployment of assets to a customer.
System modeling & simulation and/or system performance analysis.
Test engineering experience, preferably in lighter-than-air systems.
Proficient with version control and requirements tools.
Work Environment
Company currently has a small space in the Air Dock, with ground station units set up next to offices. This person will have the option to work from home as needed. The role follows a hybrid schedule and involves working with computer programs related to aerodynamics and software packages built for lighter-than-air applications. This is not a customer-facing role, and the first few months will be spent learning all software packages and determining design effects.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $64.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Akron,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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