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About FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom. Purpose of Position Develop detailed design drawings from engineering data with minimal supervision, providing supporting analysis and documentation as required. Tasks and Responsibilities • Capable of developing original design concepts based upon sound engineering principles with minimal guidance. • Design tasks include creating 2D layouts or 3D models from sketches and engineering data to determine size, shape and arrangement of components; also defining part requirements including dimensions, tolerances, finishes, material and clearance. • Produce installation, assembly and detail drawings from 2D layouts or 3D models. • Perform analysis to support design as required to complete assigned tasks or resolve technical issues. • Provide technical direction and support to manufacturing throughout all phases of training equipment production including fabrication, assembly, test, and installation. • Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously. • Demonstrate initiative and independent thought in developing potential solutions to problems using available tools and information. • Recognized as a resource to others • Able to translate complex nuances to others • Able to improve processes. • Provides guidance to less senior Teammates in the department. • Collaborates with other Teammates as required. • Performs independently. • Perform within department budget and schedules. • Approach problem solving from the point of view of what is the best overall solution. • Travel as required. Minimum Education • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree. Minimum Experience • 2+ years of related experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Capable of developing original design concepts based upon sound engineering principles with minimal guidance. • 2D drafting package and 3D modeling package, preferably Solidworks. • Experience with materials, manufacturing processes, design for manufacturing, and PLM/configuration control. • Strong communication skills when discussing technical topics with coworkers. • Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team • Ability to prioritize tasks in support of production schedules. • Microsoft Office suite. • Stress or vibrational analysis (FEA) would be an advantage. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be regularly required to sit, demonstrate dexterity to handle or feel, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law. This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.

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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Capable of developing original design concepts based upon sound engineering principles with minimal guidance.
2D drafting package and 3D modeling package, preferably Solidworks.
Experience with materials, manufacturing processes, design for manufacturing, and PLM/configuration control.
Strong communication skills when discussing technical topics with coworkers.
Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to prioritize tasks in support of production schedules.
Microsoft Office suite.
Stress or vibrational analysis (FEA) would be an advantage.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

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2+ years of related experience preferred.

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