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Job Title: Principal Mechanical EngineerJob Description

This position requires leading engineering technical efforts for new or modified programs from initial concept design through production transition. The role involves the design, development, and analysis of aircraft components, with specific responsibilities for nose wheel steering programs located in Windsor, CT.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mechanical Engineering leadership for assigned projects.

• Collaborate with cross-functional design, analytical, and project engineering teams on fuel pumping systems, vapor cycle systems, nose wheel steering, and actuation systems.

• Identify and implement process and product improvements, including root cause and corrective action investigations for new and legacy products.

• Prepare component specifications, design inputs, and engineering reports.

• Oversee mechanical test activities.

• Communicate with customers regarding technical and project management topics.

• Foster good working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.

• Support Operations to ensure products meet financial objectives through the implementation of acceptance test and build standards that align with Design to Cost (DTC) objectives.

• Assist management in tracking schedule and budget commitments.

• Multi-task, execute cross-functional activities, and drive projects to successfully meet key milestones.

Essential Skills

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required, MSME preferred.

• 10-15 years of related experience preferred.

• Experience with fuel systems, engine controls, landing gear, nose wheel steering, hydraulic actuation systems, or similar mechanical products.

• Ability to read and understand complex mechanical detail parts and assembly drawings.

• Ability to read and understand hydraulic and electrical schematics.

• Strong technical communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Hands-on mechanical product assembly, inspection, and/or testing experience is a plus.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in new product development, conceptual design, and design analysis.

• Proficiency with Simulink and other relevant software.

• Understanding of mechanical integration with electro-mechanical systems.

• Experience in systems engineering and structural analysis.

• Valve design experience.

• BSME or MSME (preferred).

• 15+ years of experience.

Work Environment

Based in West Hartford, CT, the work environment is a central location within a growing company. The role supports two locations in CT and partners with other states. It offers a casual work environment with many employee-driven events and bonus incentives. Depending on employment status (CTH or Direct), benefits may include PTO, holidays, and great comprehensive benefits. The company designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, partnering with OEMs and operators of commercial, regional, business, and military aircraft worldwide. The company employs approximately 500 employees and provides solutions across the entire product life cycle of an aircraft, from raw material to aftermarket service.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.