Junior Mechanical Engineer in Crozet

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Role Summary

The Junior Mechanical Engineer provides essential design and execution support across Allocortechs aerospace product lines. You will be responsible for transforming conceptual designs into high-quality SolidWorks models and detailed 2D drawings, designing assembly and test fixtures, and supporting environmental testing (vibration, thermal, and shock). This is a high-growth role where you will learn to apply rigorous aerospace standards (DO-160 and GD&T) to real-world flight hardware.

Core Responsibilities

• CAD Design & Documentation: Create and maintain 3D models and detailed 2D production drawings for mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks and PDM.
• Drawing Standards: Apply fundamental GD&T principles to ensure parts are manufacturable and meet assembly requirements.
• Tooling & Fixtures: Design and prototype assembly jigs, kitting trays, and test fixtures to support the production and quality teams.
• Testing Support: Assist in the execution of environmental and mechanical validation tests, including setup, data collection, and post-test inspection.
• Configuration Management: Manage parts, assemblies, and BOMs within SolidWorks PDM, ensuring strict adherence to revision control and AS9100 documentation standards.
• Prototyping: Interface with the machine shop and 3D printing resources to quickly iterate on mechanical concepts and proof-of-performance models.
• Technical Writing: Author clear test reports, assembly instructions, and technical summaries to document design intent and verification results.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or a related technical field.
• CAD Proficiency: 13 years of experience (including internships/co-ops) using SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation.
• Technical Fundamentals: Strong understanding of static mechanics, material properties, and basic thermal principles.
• Hands-on Skill: Experience using basic shop tools (drills, saws, calipers) and a 3D printer to build or modify prototypes.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow strict drawing templates and documentation processes without cutting corners.

Qualifications

• Certification: CSWA or CSWP (SolidWorks) certification.
• Manufacturing Exposure: Familiarity with CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, or injection molding constraints.
• Standards Knowledge: Exposure to ASME Y14.5 (GD&T) or aerospace standards like DO-160.
• Simulation: Basic experience running linear static FEA to sanity-check part designs.
• AI Tooling: Comfort using LLMs (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) to summarize technical standards or draft documentation.

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