Lead Mechanical Designer – Externals and Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Design Engineer to join our Advanced Technology Operations team. In this role you will contribute to the mechanical design of advanced systems and their technology maturation vehicles, with the aim at supporting product evolution and preliminary design activities for future programs.

The successful candidate will support both the mechanical design of externals configurations hardware and the instrumentation definition and integration across engine system and modules. This role involves working on advanced technology demonstrations through a range of sub-scale and full-scale rigs activities.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

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Support components and systems design activities for tests vehicles and new technologies introduction

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Design and develop mechanical concepts for externals configurations hardware

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Act as point of contact for instrumentation integration activities

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Support routing and instrumentation definition

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Negotiate hardware rework and modification for instrumentation

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Stay current with industry trends and advancements in mechanical design and instrumentation technologies

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Contribute to technical and program reviews

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced technology demonstrations and ensure successful execution of sub-scale and full-scale rig tests.

Qualifications/Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or relevant experience in design and/or analysis engineering position. Master’s degree is preferred.

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Good knowledge of fundamental mechanical design concepts and hand calculations

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Basic knowledge of complex 2D and 3D shapes modelling CAD techniques

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Basic knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)

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Clear thinking and diligent approach

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System mindset and problem solver

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Experience with technology demonstrations and rig testing.

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Familiarity with systems engineering principles and practices.

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Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes

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English and Italian language knowledge, both written and oral.

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Good interpersonal and communication skills

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Work Visa, according to local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

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Creativity and curiosity

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Passionate and enthusiastic for engineering challenges

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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

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Solid oral and written communication skills

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Analytical thinking skills

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Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems is highly desirable.

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Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

What we offer  

Smart working and work life-balance  

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smartworking and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.  

Total Rewards  

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:  

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Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme 

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Flexible benefits platform 

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Life and injury insurance 

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Private medical cover 

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Employee assistant program 

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Employee special awards (service and recognition)     

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Local special agreements and discounts 

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English and languages training for you and one member of your family 

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Technical, Leadership and development trainings 

Inclusion & Diversity  

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.  

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero! 

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No