Design Engineer Senior – Composite Structures

Janicki Industries is an innovative family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace defense and space industries. We are looking for a Design Engineer Senior Composite Structures to join our growing team.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is located on-site in Hamilton Washington State.

Design Engineer Seniors are responsible for leading the conceptual and detailed design of composite aircraft structures and assemblies. This includes developing CAD models conducting trade studies mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across disciplines to ensure designs meet performance weight cost and manufacturability requirements. Senior engineers are expected to demonstrate technical leadership cross-functional coordination and continuous improvement.

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

• Lead design and development of primary and secondary aircraft structural components
• Create and manage CAD models (NX preferred) perform structural sizing and guide design reviews
• Conduct trade studies using first principles and analytical methods
• Collaborate with Stress Analysts Manufacturing Procurement and QA to mature designs from concept to production
• Present models and technical rationale in multidisciplinary design reviews
• Support manufacturing through tooling fixture design documentation and design changes
• Mentor junior engineers and support team tasking
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Design Engineer Senior has multiple job levels and career paths. Competency will be determined by performance certifications and supervisor discretion.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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)
• This position requires 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 agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in aerospace mechanical engineering or related field required
• 5 years of experience in composite aircraft design including leadership or mentoring responsibilities
• Proficiency in CAD software (NX or CATIA V5 preferred)
• Practical aircraft understanding and passion (pilot homebuilding A&P RC etc.) is highly valued
• Proficiency in structural analysis using classical hand methods or FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS Abaqus or Nastran) to validate designs under various load conditions is required. Proficiency with FEA tools is preferred.
• Strong communication skillswritten verbal and graphical
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Experience with SAP ERP software is advantageous
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• A passion for and hands on experience (building machining fabricating repair etc.) is highly valued
• Experience in lean manufacturing environments and complex assemblies preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Salary range for this role is between$80000 - $145000 plus discretionary bonus 401(k) matching vacation and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janickis 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.
• This position is designated by Janicki as a safety sensitive position.

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

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

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 .

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 Janickis 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.