Associate Mechanical Engineer

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations.  If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family!

The Associate Mechanical Engineer develops new designs as a part of a group of designers and engineers in support of rotorcraft modifications and alteration activities. Performs analysis of metallic and composite components and assemblies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and validate structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA (NASTRAN)
• Develop new designs in support of aircraft modifications and alteration activities
• Develop release and maintain engineering models and drawings using SolidWorks
• Support Maintenance activities by amending data to address changes created by improved maintenance practices, part numbers changes, or service experience
• Coordinate design issues with internal and external customers and suppliers
• Research material and part specifications, regulatory documentation and documentations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Structural or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Mechanical Systems, Propulsion Systems, and/or Rotorcraft Flying Qualities is desired
• Basic understanding of FAA Certification process is desired, specifically 14 CFR Part 21, 29, and 43
• Experience using SolidWorks design software is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to be able to present ideas, concepts and proposals with a wide range of audiences at all levels, technical and non-technical, internal and external
• Proficient with Microsoft applications
• Excellent technical and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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