Mechanical Engineer
A world leading Aerospace and Defence company are looking to recruit a Mechanical Engineer to develop concepts, models and detailed designs for infrared detector assemblies and associated manufacturing tools, for performance in demanding aerospace environments.
Key Responsibilities -
+ To understand the mechanical demands of precision optomechanical packages and as part of a cross-functional project team to develop design concepts.
+ To model and analyse performance of designs and propose suitable design trades using the PTC Creo 3D CAD package.
+ To select manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of the mechanical, thermal and mechanical integrity needs of the product, and to liaise with procurement and suppliers.
+ To detail the design of components, assemblies, jigs, and tools and administer aspects of the configuration control system related to these designs.
Skills and knowledge required -
+ Able to quickly understand requirements and to develop high quality design solutions, in collaboration with other departments/disciplines.
+ Able to use a 3D CAD modelling tool to translate design concepts into models and drawings, ideally PTC Creo / Pro/Engineer.
+ Able to communicate complex aspects of designs verbally and graphically to other members of the design team.
+ Demonstrated ability to conceptualise designs from written requirements and outline ideas and to translate these concepts to models and detailed manufacturing drawings.
