GSE & Tooling Engineering III

DP Professionals

Kent, WA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Campaigns, Creo Elements/Pro, File Management, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Illustrating Ability, Industry Standards, Leadership, Load Testing, Machine Tool, Mechanical Design, Model Review, PTC Creo, Requirements Management, Software Administration, Software Testing, Statement of Work (SOW), Systems Hardware, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Case, Test Equipment, Test Equipment Design, Test Fixtures, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, Testing, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel, Windchill PLM Software
LOCATION
Kent, WA
POSTED
5 days ago
DPP is seeking a GSE & Tooling Engineer for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace industry.
 
Work location: Onsite in Kent, WA
Duration: 8 months
Terms: W2 contract
 
Position description:
  • As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists and engineers, you will work with a variety of multi-disciplined engineers to design test equipment, tooling, ground support equipment (GSE), and other hardware for various spaceflight systems. You will create CAD models of tools and equipment, create drawings of parts and assemblies, create model/assembly drawings of test configurations, and facilitate proper format and file management in the Windchill life cycle application. You will also manage and lead the overall test tooling configuration and associated GSE design/build efforts for assigned test campaigns.
  • We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! 
Responsibilities include:
You will support test, tooling and design engineers in the design and CAD activities of test equipment in accordance with the client and established industry standards as follows:
  • Design, create and modify 3D models and drawings of test equipment, fixtures, GSE, tooling, and facilities.
  • Create and modify test configuration assemblies and develop associated BOMs and drawings.
  • Create Interface Control Models and Interface Control Drawings.
  • Create/split conceptual structural models into components, joints, and assemblies.
  • Incorporate drafting standards and standard drawing notes based on company, program, and industry standards.
  • Perform model and drawing check activities during release reviews.
  • Assist in the development of requirements, statements of work, and technical oversight of GSE vendors.
  • Provide technical recommendations on tooling and equipment design.
  • Maintain and report on activity schedule and technical status as needed.
  • Support test engineers in test planning and address questions pertaining to the test setup and load applications for all test load cases from a fixturing perspective. 
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience developing models/assemblies and creating drawings.
  • Experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle GSE, fixtures, tooling and/or structures.
  • Strong mechanical design and integration skills using Creo Parametric / ProE software and Windchill or equivalent.
  • Experience creating assembly and installation models and drawings.
  • Familiarity with mechanical joint and weldment design and component integration.
  • Proficient in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).
  • Experience in drawing generation, checking, and life cycle/release processes.
  • Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawings.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complicated assemblies as well as coordinate design and assembly details across multiple stakeholders.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion 
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience with test and/or test fixtures/tooling assemblies.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% during major test campaigns.
  • Experience supporting large scale GSE assembly/integration.
  • Experience supporting fabrication instruction of GSE.
  • Experience with fluids or cryo tooling design 
Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or email our recruiter Steve at Steve.Vann@dppit.com to learn more about this position (#26-00711).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.


 

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