Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Mechanical Designer/Drafter - IL - 0901Our client in the IL area has multiple immediate openings for their new project that is involved in the modification of aerospace. They are seeking experienced Design engineers for this long term projectCONTRACT TYPE: Full TimeLOCATION: On-site in the IL area.OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIESThe Mechanical Designer/Drafter is a challenging and critical position. This Associate will be part of their engineering and design team for a variety of aerospace electro-mechanical motion control products. Specific responsibilities include the modeling, and detailing in the design of the product including housings, gears, gear-sets and gearboxes (i.e. Planetary, Spur, Differential, Bevel, Helical, etc.), Power Transmission Screws (i.e. Ball Screws, Acme Screws, Planetary Roller Screws, etc.), all types of bearings configurations, fits/clearances, material selection, processing and plating, drawing checking, product weight optimization, etc. Knowledge of motors, sensors, as well as open and closed loop control system applications is a plus.The ideal candidate will be experienced in dimensioning, tolerancing and drafting standards. The candidate will take concepts, sketches and layouts from the lead engineer and translate into solid models and drawings. The candidate will actively design and detail products through various stages of the product life cycle (proposal, design, development, verification, and product support). The ideal candidate will not only solve problems but will recognize that the problems exist. This candidate should be able to apply all their knowledge and experience to create general principles to solve recognized problems in a simple, effective and explainable manner.The Mechanical Designer/Drafter has the responsibility to ensure that the components meet program cost, form fit and function requirements, and must be keenly aware of compliance to schedules and commit dates. This position will interact regularly and collaboratively with the production, operations, sales, quality and purchasing teams. The Mechanical Designer/Drafter may also work with external suppliers to answer questions and improve the design for manufacturability. The successful candidate will show a willingness to own the designs and drawings, learn from their peers, take charge when required and offer opinions.SPECIFIC DUTIESCreate detailed layouts and assembly drawings using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.Create detailed assembly instructions.Create and execute product design details, which includes: detailing, drawing and checking, reviewing and approving drawings and change orders, detailed piece part drawings with tolerance including temperature affects and complete bill of materials (BOMs) on drawings and in PDM.Create detailed drawings to ANSI and Aerospace drafting standards.Work cooperatively to provide Engineering technical support to assembly & test, suppliers, or customersEnsure products are designed for producibility and manufacturability (DFMA).The candidate must also be hands on and willing to work in the shop environment to build prototypes and support production issues.Work interactively with supply chain and suppliers to ensure optimal manufacturing processes are utilized.MIMINUM REQUIREMENTSAssociate's degree in Mechanical Design Technology and Drafting or equivalent work experienceExperience of 2 years minimum in an applicable work environmentDrafting skills over a variety of mechanical components and assemblies. Experience in selecting fits for a variety of mechanical components such as bearings, dowel pins, retention devices and fasteners among other things.CAD experience with SolidWorks, Catia or similar CAD packages.Experience with Microsoft OfficeGood analytical and mathematical backgroundExcellent written and oral communications skills.Knowledge of manufacturing processes and methods.Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)(ANSI Y14.5M).U.S. Citizen only (No Dual Citizenship).The ability to obtain a government security clearance, if required.DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGEAdvanced knowledge of SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDMKnowledge of Aerospace Military and Commercial Aerospace design requirementsAerospace and motion control experienceKnowledge of certification/qualification testing per DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810Knowledge of AS9100Knowledge setting up SolidWorks Enterprise PDM workflowsKnowledge of design for harsh environmentsWork remotelyNoJob Type: Full-timeCORE VALUES AND FOCUSOur client highly values our associates as dynamic interactive parts of our team. Their associates tend to be multifaceted and multitask each and every day. Associates are involved in the decision-making process and developing solutions to their customer challenges. They value their associates by providing an environment that fosters respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and success.At our client meet the needs of their customers and provide solutions to their technical problems in the mechanical actuation area with quality products, primarily in the commercial and military aerospace and space markets. They meet the needs of their associates by providing a fun and friendly working environment such that their associates want to come to work every day. They also offer their suppliers the opportunity to provide quality products to them and be a part of their customer focused team. Some of the products they focus on are listed below:AileronsNose Wheel SteeringCollective Friction unitsFlaps and Flap HandlesThrust Vector ControlsPitch TrimMain Rotor ActuationTrim SystemsSpeed TrimRatio and GradientFin DrivesRedundant systemsYaw DampersAuto-throttlesUtility SystemsHSTA'sHigh Freq Resp ServosRudder Controls and PedalsElectric Braking ActuationControl Actuation Systems (CAS)Speed BrakesHighly Engineered Custom Motors and Sensors