Mechanical Design Engineer

We are Trusted Partners | Supporting Flight. Our more than 50 years of success is the result of our employees who have dedicated themselves to providing unmatched quality, service and safety in aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul.   SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Mechanical Design Engineer develops engineering design and drawings for details, assemblies, and installations to support the aircraft modification and Parts Manufacture Approval (PMA) programs.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and designs aircraft structure and interior parts to support the required aircraft reconfiguration. Develops designs that meet the technical, schedule, and cost objectives. Researches aircraft configurations, technical specifications, and/or Statement of Work to ensure proper interface between aircraft structure, systems, and interior products. Develops Engineering Orders and Work Instructions for aircraft installations. Participates in the development of Request for Quotation (RFQ) required to complete the reconfiguration program by providing scope, hours, and parts for the applicable RFQs. Provides written technical accomplishment instructions for aircraft modifications or repairs to maintenance, customer, and regulatory authorities as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering or related field required. Minimum 2 years or more of relevant aerospace experience required. OEM airframe, system, and interior design practices experience preferred. Aircraft interior and/or VIP retrofit experience preferred.   PHYSICAL EFFORT AND DEXTERITY: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, stand and walk; use their hands and arms; and talk or hear; and focus on objects close up. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.   Compensation: The full base pay range for this position is $68,000 – $124,000 annually.   Benefits   ATS offers employees a wide range of benefit options to support the health and financial security of their families.   Health: To give employees flexibility to select the coverage that best meets their family’s needs, ATS offers a choice of comprehensive medical/pharmacy plans, dental and vision plans, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and voluntary benefits including accident and critical illness.   Financial: The ATS 401(k) plan includes employer matching contributions and a variety of investment options to help employees reach their financial goals. Employees also have access to financial advisors at no cost for personalized, professional, licensed assistance. ATS provides company-paid life and disability insurance, with an option to purchase more. Other available benefits include legal services and discounted home and pet insurance.   Time-Off: ATS supports employee work-life balance by providing paid-time off (PTO) and paid holidays, as well as paid parental leave. PTO accruals start at 104 hours per year and employees receive 64 hours of holiday leave throughout the year.    Incentive Program: ATS employees are eligible for an incentive plan based upon their role within the organization.   Tuition/License Assistance: ATS offers a generous tuition reimbursement program including Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) student loan repayment, Airframe/Powerplant (A&P) certification (coursework and/or testing), and business-related degrees.   Employee Assistance Program: ATS makes access to support easy for our employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Program, with confidential 24/7 counseling and referrals, for help with challenges that life can bring.   Discounts: ATS has partnered with local and national vendors to provide employees with discounts on entertainment, mobile phones and service, computer hardware and software, gym memberships, rental cars and more.   Career Development: The ATS Academy programs offer both technical skills and leadership training opportunities for those looking to add skills to their technical toolbox or move into a leadership role.  Our Apprenticeship Program offers robust on the job training for anyone looking to begin a career in aviation maintenance.    EEO EMPLOYER STATEMENT: ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local laws.  ATS is also committed to protecting its applicants for employment and independent contractors from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications or business necessity will be adhered to where appropriate.As part of our equal employment opportunity policy, ATS will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, Armed Forces veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.