Description
Support the development of weight-optimized, compliant airworthy components and structuralassemblies, which satisfy the contractual design criteria as well as design producibilityrequirements.• Perform structural analysis of primary and secondary structure and systems. Independentlydevelop technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems with solutions that areimaginative, thorough, and practicable and consistent with organization objectives.• Perform detailed 3D designs; generate CAD drawings and related documents, and supportmanufacturing and assembly of components.• Create, review and approve drawings, structural substantiation reports, and other engineeringmaterials.• Must be able to plan and organize time to work productively and efficiently while being able toadjust to multiple demands. Assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly andefficiently. Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards commonproject goals.• Good teaming and communication skills required.• Team leadership experience is required. Strong communication skills and proficiency withstandard PC desktop applications is required.• Document and troubleshoot component anomalies• Technical oversight of staff as a mentor• Participate and present in internal and external (customer) design reviews
Skills
mechanical, mechanical design, fea, design
Top Skills Details
mechanical,mechanical design,fea
Additional Skills & Qualifications
5 years’ of experience with CAD Software (preferably SOLIDWORKS) with practicalexperience and understanding of drafting standards (ASME Y14.100).• 10 years working experience with detailed FEA methods and/or NASTRAN (FEMAP) finiteelement modeling.• Experience with composites (fiberglass/carbon fiber), and honeycomb and solid laminateconstruction.• Experience with fracture mechanics.• 5 years working experience with government and Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) regulationsand their impact on conformity and compliance (i.e., certification, qualification).• Experience testing aerospace components/assemblies to validate conformance.• Design experience with sensors (optical/RF/Radar), avionics, and other complex kinematicsystems.• Working knowledge of applicable manufacturing processes such as machining, finishing, andrapid prototyping.• Experience using test instrumentation and control components (e.g. pressure transducers,thermocouples, relays, solenoid valves, etc.) Providing test input/instrumentation data topersonnel and collaborating with engineering personnel to interpret/correlate test results.Design Engineer• Understanding and incorporating other applicable mechanical (thermal, materials, etc.) andsystem level requirements/parameters into the stress analyses.
Experience Level
Expert Level
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooksville, FL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $190.00 - $200.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Brooksville,FL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.