Senior Composite Design Engineer

Role details

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including *aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture*.

Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.

*We are looking for a Senior Composite Design Engineer for our growing team.*

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Janicki Industries is looking for Senior Composite Design Engineers of all levels to contribute to the conceptual and detailed design of new air platforms. Design Engineers are responsible for developing and documenting designs for composite parts and assemblies that meet performance, weight, and cost requirements, and are designed for manufacturability. Design Engineers must have technical proficiency, be precise and methodical, and use analytical thinking to arrive at innovative solutions for design problems.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Senior Design Engineer:

• Own design and development of primary and secondary aircraft structural parts, assemblies, and installations for new aircraft designs and modifications to existing aircraft. Complete CAD modeling (NX), structural sizing, design reviews, and documentation, while integrating and weighing feedback.
• Conduct trade studies to evaluate composite design concepts using first principal methods and analysis.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers, Stress Engineers, Manufacturing, Procurement/Planning, QA, and other departments as required to mature the design from conception to production.
• Participate in, lead, and initiate design reviews to present CAD models, provide technical explanations, and incorporate feedback from multidisciplinary teams, including assembly, manufacturing, and engineering teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to create design packages that are producible, and assist with tooling, fixture, documentation, and design changes to maintain design and specification requirements.
• Mentor engineers with less experience and assist the Project Engineer with day-to-day tasking of the design team.
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

This position may require the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreement to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

*Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).*

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A generalist with a strong understanding of core engineering principles
• Practical aircraft understanding and passion (pilot, homebuilding, A&P, RC, etc.)
• A passion for hands-on work (building, machining, fabricating, repair, etc.)
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment with complex aircraft assemblies is ideal
• Proficiency with FEMAP / NASTRAN finite element analysis (FEA) tools

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required
• 5+ years of composite aircraft design experience
• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5 or Siemens NX is preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software
• Proficiency in structural analysis using classical hand methods or FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, or Nastran) to validate designs under various load conditions
• Must have strong communication skills through written, verbal, and graphical mediums in the English language

Detailed Wage Information

Wage range for this role is between $135,000 - $170,000, plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

*Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!*

By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

*Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.*

*Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.*

*As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.*

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.