Mechanical / Electrical Engineer

Mechanical / Electrical Engineer

MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (Aircraft Environmental Control Systems)
MONTGOMERY, AL
Position Summary: Our client is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical (Electro/Mechanical) Engineer with hands-on experience in aircraft vapor cycle air conditioning / environmental control systems (ECS). The ideal candidate will support the design, development, testing, and certification of mechanical systems and their integration with aircraft platforms for fixed-wing, rotary-wing and eVTOL aircraft.

This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with electrical, avionics, structures, and certification teams to ensure system performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in aerospace/aviation or marine industry.
• Proven experience with Vapor Cycle Air Conditioning and Thermal Management Systems
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, Windchill).
• Some Experience with FEA and/or CFD tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of aviation certification standards (e.g., 14 CFR Part 23/25/27).
• Experience supporting STC or TC certification programs.
• Familiarity with DO-160 and Mil-Std-810 environmental qualification standards.
• Experience with military aviation standards (MIL-STD).
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical & ECS Design

• Design, analyze, and support aircraft Environmental Control Systems (ECS), including air conditioning, pressurization, ventilation, and thermal management systems.
• Develop system layouts, ducting designs, brackets, mounting structures, and component installations.
• Perform system performance analysis and optimization
• Support selection and integration of compressors, heat exchangers, valves, sensors, and related components.

Analysis & Validation

• Conduct structural and thermal analysis
• Develop and execute test plans for ECS and avionics cooling systems.
• Support ground and flight test activities.
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements.

Certification & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet applicable aviation regulations (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)) and military ground and flight standards.
• Support documentation for certification including compliance reports, drawings, and substantiation packages.
• Participate in design reviews and regulatory audits.

Documentation & Project Support

• Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Support configuration management and change control processes.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and MRO teams.
• Assist in supplier coordination and technical evaluations.

Key Competencies

• Systems thinking mindset
• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, regulated environments
• Effective written and verbal communication