Design Engineer - Oxygen Systems and Regulators (Bonita Springs, FL)

Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems and Aerox Fluid Power, based in Bonita Springs, FL and Hudson, OH, is a leading manufacturer of lifesaving aircraft oxygen systems and accessories for general aviation, military, and space applications. We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our mechanical engineering team. The Design Engineer is responsible for definition, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major aerospace oxygen engineering projects where a substantial amount of initiative and creativity are involved. Embraces and executes the Company Core Values. Actively supports the Company’s vision and goals.

This is a multi-faceted job that will allow the successful candidate to work with leading aerospace OEMs, and to take system level requirements and to bring them all the way to market realization with new products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Performs the detailed design and development of oxygen system components including regulators, valves, masks, and other aerospace oxygen components

· Develops technical solutions and manages component quality, mass, cost, and timing to meet program milestones. Broad scope of responsibilities includes oxygen components and systems.

· Responsible for working cohesively with a group of engineers responsible for similar products on other applications, actively engaging in team issue resolution.

· Capable of managing very broad or numerous projects with high degree of difficulty.

· Exercises independent judgment, with minimal input from supervisor.

· Identify and manages development activities as appropriate.

· Design, analysis, release, and test of parts and/or subsystems for production.

· Provides feedback to management (i.e. progress to timing, evaluation of test results).

· Releases component designs on-time with excellence.

· Manages change control for design responsible components.

· Demonstrates that designs meet requirements through analysis, development and validation processes.

· Analyzes design through design failure modes effects analysis (DFMEA), Oxygen Hazard Analysis (OHA)

· Occasional travel (<10%).

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related program and a minimum of 5 years of work experience in aerospace valve and regulator design.

· CAD experience using Solidworks, Catia, or equivalent tools.

· Thorough knowledge of design, development and test engineering, manufacturing and assembly operations.

· Thorough knowledge of gas regulator and valve design fundamentals

· Familiarity with Aerospace Oxygen design specifications and requirements (MIL, ARP, AS, AIR, CGA, etc) and FAA and EASA regulations regarding oxygen system design.

· Ability to manage multiple project assignments as well as identify and remove roadblocks.

· High level of understanding of robust engineering tools/methods, i.e. DFMEA, DVP&R

· Excellent analytical problem solving skills where problems are very unusual and challenging.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Detail oriented, self-motivated with a strong sense of personal ownership and a team attitude.

· High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with and motivate others.

· Ability to work independently while prioritizing and supporting multiple tasks in a high paced and exciting environment.

· Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident.

Position may be located in either our Bonita Springs, FL or Hudson, OH facility. Visit us at www.aerox.com or www.aeroxfluidpower.com

About The Aerox Group

The Aerox Group is comprised of two companies, Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems (AAOS) and Aerox Fluid Power (AFP). Our passion is American Aerospace Manufacturing and our specialty is Oxygen Systems engineered for the Aerospace Industry. We provide a complete line of oxygen products to the aerospace industry including TSO certified Oxygen Masks, Cylinder/Regulator Assemblies, Walk-Around Portable systems, PMA Oxygen Cylinders, MIL-SPEC connectors, CRU-60 connectors, On-Off Switches, Bail-out Systems, and repair and overhaul through our FAA Repair Station.