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We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to develop airborne mechanical assemblies, structures, and avionics packaging, and to support projects from design reviews through manufacturing, integration, aircraft surveys, and on-site installation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop concepts, detailed designs, 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications for airborne mechanical systems;
- Design metallic, sheet-metal, machined, and composite components with attention to weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability;
- Prepare and present technical packages for PDR and CDR reviews;
- Coordinate mechanical interfaces with systems, stress, electrical, avionics, manufacturing, quality, test, and certification teams;
- Support prototype builds, qualification testing, aircraft integration, installation, troubleshooting, and design improvements;
- Manage engineering changes, drawing releases, configuration control, and product documentation throughout the development lifecycle; and
- Work with suppliers and production teams to resolve fabrication, assembly, and installation issues.
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or certification as a Practical Mechanical Engineer;
- Full professional proficiency in English and Hebrew – Must;
- A minimum of five years of experience in mechanical design – Must;
- Advanced proficiency in SOLIDWORKS – A Significant Advantage;
- Experience in the aerospace or defense sectors, including familiarity with AS9100 and DO-160 – A Significant Advantage;
- Demonstrated experience in vendor management and hands-on installation support – A Significant Advantage;
- Practical knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes – A Significant Advantage;
- Experience with configuration management or PLM/PDM tools and formal engineering change processes – An Advantage; and
- Experience supporting environmental or qualification testing, including vibration, shock, and thermal testing – An Advantage;
Skills Required
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or certification as a Practical Mechanical Engineer
- Full professional proficiency in English and Hebrew
- At least five years of mechanical design experience
- Advanced proficiency in SOLIDWORKS
- Aerospace or defense sector experience, including familiarity with AS9100 and DO-160
- Vendor management and hands-on installation support experience
- Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with configuration management or PLM/PDM tools and formal engineering change processes
- Experience supporting environmental or qualification testing, including vibration, shock, and thermal testing
What We Do
BIRD Aerosystems: Where Innovation Meets Performance BIRD Aerosystems is a leading global provider of innovative airborne solutions that protect our customers and ensure the security of their assets. Founded in 2001, privately-owned and based in Israel, BIRD develops and markets advanced airborne missile protection systems and airborne surveillance, information and observation solutions. Leveraging deep in-house technical know-how, BIRD also provides world-class aviation logistics services to large-scale commercial and governmental customers. BIRD provides end-to-end, turnkey solutions. From operational analysis, system design, integration and installation through ground and flight testing and including system certification – BIRD is truly a one-stop-shop. BIRD has the scope and breadth of experience to contend with the most complex operational requirements and design challenges, while still providing personalized attention to each customer. Solutions from BIRD are in wide scale, long-term use by some of the world’s largest commercial, governmental, military, and transnational organizations – including NATO forces, UN Air Operations, the US Government, Airbus and other major aircraft manufacturers, and many others.
