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    Mechanical Engineer - Vista, United States - Nighthawk Flight Systems, Inc.

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    Nighthawk Flight Systems Inc. is a leading advanced avionics company dedicated to revolutionizing the aviation industry with cutting-edge solutions. Specializing in advanced compact integrated avionics solutions for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft in the general aviation, business, air transport, and military markets. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and excellence in everything we do.

    Job Description:

    We seek a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in avionics design, FAA certifications, and rigorous testing standards. As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a critical role in developing next-generation avionics systems and improving the safety of many aircraft types. This is a contract position with the potential for long-term collaboration.

    Salary commensurate with the applicants level of relevant experience and qualifications.

    Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and optimize avionics components and systems.
    • Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, including DO-160 testing requirements.
    • Conduct thermal and structural analyses to validate component performance under various operating conditions.
    • Design and evaluate electronics enclosures for ruggedness, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
    • Develop human-machine interface (HMI) solutions that enhance pilot experience and safety.
    • Assess manufacturability, supportability, and reliability of mechanical designs.
    • Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations to improve system robustness.
    • Conduct failure analysis investigations and implement corrective actions to enhance avionics system reliability.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
    • Proven experience in avionics design and development.
    • Proficiency in DO-160 testing standards and FAA certification processes.
    • Strong background in thermal and structural analysis using tools such as ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, or similar.
    • Experience in designing electronics enclosures for aerospace applications.
    • Strong understanding of human-machine interface design principles.
    • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials selection, manufacturability, supportability, and reliability engineering concepts.
    • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
    • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced work environment.

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