Job Title: Project Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

As a Project Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for developing designs and substantiation packages for FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval applications, assisting in the development of manufacturing processes for airworthy flight components, and coordinating various inspection activities. You will work closely with our Quality Assurance department, ODA, Technical Services, and management to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs and substantiation packages for FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval applications.
• Assist in the development of manufacturing processes for airworthy flight components.
• Coordinate first article or conformity inspection activities between the company’s Quality Assurance department, ODA, Technical Services, and management.
• Develop vendor substantiation requirements for outside manufacturing vendors.
• Support activities related to new vendor qualification, including new vendor identification and selection.
• Support QA department and vendors with questions about drawing interpretation, manufacturing methods, inspection methods, etc.
• Participate in the disposition of non-conforming materials, including analyzing the non-conformance for fit, function, safety, and reliability, and communicate with QA, suppliers, and the FAA liaison as required.
• Complete Engineering Changes with supporting substantiation as required.
• Support customers and operators regarding our products.
• Advise more junior P.E.’s on designs, methods, regulations, and procedures.

Essential Skills

• 3 (junior) or 6 (sr) years of engineering experience.
• Experience using 3D CAD software (Pro-Engineer, Solidworks, etc.).
• Project management skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment or design for manufacturability.
• Passion for hands-on engineering (e.g., taking things apart, working on cars, working with machinery).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of working with suppliers directly around designs.
• Experience with inspection methods.
• Proficiency in GD&T.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations.
• Experience in stress or thermal analysis.

Work Environment

This position will work primarily in an office environment with a low noise level, but may occasionally have exposure to the manufacturing floor, which has mid to high noise levels and exposure to manufacturing machinery, equipment, and chemicals. There will be occasional travel to industrial locations, including aircraft and hangars.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.87 - $62.50/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 fully onsite position in Hollywood,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $49 - $63