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Title: Design Engineer
Labor Category: Design Engineer II
Section: Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Salary, Exempt
Location: Fulcrum Headquarters, Mattaponi, VA
Reports to: Design Engineering Team Lead
Direct Reports: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY
The Design Engineer will generate detailed models, drawings, and a variety of technical documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product designs are in accordance with program requirements, industry standards, and customer specifications. A strong Design Engineer contributes to the development of mechanical, electromechanical, structures, and weapons systems of Fulcrum products by applying sound engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of aerospace materials and processes.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Competency: Technical Skills
- Design and develop, or assist with the design and development of mechanical, electromechanical, structures, and weapons systems in the form of new products, components, advanced prototypes, promotional products, or maintenance and improvements of mature designs.
- Investigate pertinent design factors such as interchangeability, replaceability, maintenance, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost.
- Apply design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) principles to product and component design solutions.
- Create a product’s technical data package (TDP) for all detail design, subassemblies, and final assemblies (modeling, drafting, checking drawings).
- Assist and/or evaluate and provide engineering dispositions to non-conformance reports.
Core Competency: Communication
- Clearly and effectively communicate complex, technical designs in external and interdepartmental meetings, or assist with development of said data.
- Actively contribute to cross-functional teams, share expertise, and provide guidance or informal mentorship to junior engineers or technicians.
Core Competency: Accountability
- Accept responsibility for assigned projects, tasks, and deliverables; ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and within quality standards.
- Seek feedback and take initiative for self-improvement; model accountability for growth and support a culture of learning within the team.
Core Competency: Leadership
- Participate in relevant team meetings, company events, development opportunities, & more as a member of the Fulcrum Concepts team.
- Demonstrate initiative in improving processes, tools, and workflows; challenge the status quo constructively to support efficiency and innovation.
- Assume informal leadership on small-scale tasks or sub-projects; coordinate the efforts of peers or other team members under limited supervision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to operate in a clerical setting, routinely using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc.
- Ability to work in a warehouse and/or manufacturing environment, which may include varying temperatures and noise levels.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- General knowledge of aerospace fabrication practices, tolerances, and design standards as it pertains to machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly.
- General knowledge of aerospace surface treatments and metallurgy.
- Knowledge of aerospace drafting standards and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Experience with 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD).
- Enjoys challenges and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter, highly motivated, exceptional work ethic.
- Superior attention to detail, focused, quick learner.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in any Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited college or university, and three to eight (3-8) years of professional engineering test experience OR a minimum of ten (10) years of professional testing experience without degree.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT
- Subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A SECRET, TS, or TS/SCI clearance may be required.
BENEFITS
- 9/80 Work Schedule
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tenure-Based Benefits
- Gym Reimbursement
- Company Events & Programs
- Dog-Friendly Workplace
- Education Assistance
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- 401k Safe Harbor Savings Plan & Profit Sharing Plan
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $78,380.06 - $94,393.19 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
