Mechanical Engineer II (2nd shift) - AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Mission

• You will support production assembly lines to troubleshoot and repair flight hardware.
• You will be responsible as the first level of FAL engineering support to disposition standard production anomalies and provide repair direction.
• You will be the technical referent for the flight mechanical support engineers and technicians.
• You will implement and validate off-nominal repairs and processes.
• You will lead production standard repair trainings with coordination of the Integrated Production Manager (IPT), Supervisor, and/or Training Manager.
• You will be responsible to support or create processes for flight hardware rework and repairs.
• You will support Production Quality Engineering on work instruction reviews, Process Failure Mode Engineering Analysis (PFMEA), and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• You will identify process and design failure modes and propose corrective actions and solutions.
• You will be responsible for implementing any change on the FAL, coming from flight / ground design or processes changes.
• You will liaise with MGSE Team to design and/or improve the MGSE needed for production, and support their implementation
• You will oversee the Maintenance/Calibrations of the means under your responsibility.
• You will be a technical point of contact for 3D measurement validation.

Your Day-to-Day

• Support the production engineers and technicians on all topics concerning the manufacturing and assembly of flight hardware.
• Develop comprehensive familiarity and expertise with manufacturing processes, satellite configurations and manufacturing process requirements (i.e. work instructions, non-conformances, rework procedures, hardware drawing and requirements, etc.).
• Be the point of contact of the production engineers and technicians for exchanges with Flight design engineers.
• Coordinate with Quality and Flight Design Engineering for implementation of design, process changes and for non-conformances management.
• Support the setup of the production stations.
• Lead production standard repairs and anomaly management.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to solve difficult technical/quality problems or issues with raw materials and manufacturing processes.

This position is based in Merritt Island, Florida, USA. Weekend work may be required with appropriate compensation.

Your Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aerospace/Manufacturing).
• Master's Degree is a plus.
• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with hardware handling, repairs and power tools.
• Knowledge about spacecraft flight hardware is an asset.
• Strong commitment at work.

Physical Demand

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. Based on the position an employee is occasionally required to stand for an extended period of time; walk; reach above shoulders; and stoop, kneel, bend, twist or crouch.
• The employee must occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities require by this job include close vision.
• Personal Protective Equipment many be required including safety shoes and glasses. Other protective equipment may also be necessary based on the specific task
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment can be busy, noisy, and conditions may vary. Also, contains some mechanical and chemical hazards.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to HR@airbusus.com.