Mechanical Engineering Manager

Aerospace Engineering Manager | Newport News, VA

• $130K–$150K
• Full-Time, Permanent | Onsite
• Medical Benefits, PTO, 401(k) with Company Match

Overview

Seeking an experienced engineering leader with a strong aircraft structural analysis, mechanical design, and airworthiness background. Experience supporting aircraft modifications within a Part 135/145 MRO environment is highly desirable.

• Lead Mechanical Design and Structural/Stress Engineering teams
• Oversee structural analysis and substantiation of aircraft modifications and installations
• Review and approve stress reports, structural analyses, and engineering drawings
• Ensure compliance with FAA and military airworthiness requirements
• Manage engineering resources, labor forecasts, and project estimates
• Develop engineering standards and mentor technical teams

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of relevant aircraft structural analysis experience
• Engineering leadership and team management experience
• FAA Part 23, 25, 27, and/or 29 experience
• Part 135/145 MRO experience highly preferred
• FEMAP, NX/NASTRAN, CAD and PLM experience
• Military airworthiness and MIL-HDBK-516C experience a plus
• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for Secret Clearance