Job Description

Job Summary
The Mechanical Designer creates assembly layout models and detail drawings based on design engineering requirements. Carries out engineering changes on development and existing products to ensure that all details on the ECO and drawings (including BOM, notes, dimensions, change notice information etc.) are complete and accurate. Utilizes the Product Data Management (PDM) system for documentation control and workflow.

2. Essential Job Functions
- Create and check assembly layouts and detail part drawings for new projects and legacy programs.
- Ensure that drawings are clear, accurate and neat and follow industry drafting standards.
- Define required manufacturing information on drawings to permit fabrication and inspection of product.
- Maintain project 3D models and drawings using Enovia.
- Perform customer print reviews and identify necessary changes to drawings.
- Ensure the successful completion of assigned projects to meet on-time commitments.
- Provide technical support to various personnel as needed. Assist operators as required.
- Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to the above, they will have an advanced understanding of the CAD tools and business systems to enable completion of design tasks. Design medium complexity parts, select or design specialty parts, components, notes, and materials when needed. Assemble, layout, and create associated documentation in
relation to other mating parts and similar products. Apply knowledge of manufacturing, tolerancing, and producibility capabilities during the design process. Directs Level I and II Mechanical Designers in the preparation of technical
documentation when needed. Checker option: Check and validate more complex documentation packages for accuracy and to company and industry standards.

Job Requirements

Education/Experience:
- Associates degree in Drafting Technology, Mechanical Design, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in mechanical component design and detailing experience using CAD.
- Experience as a Mechanical Designer is a plus.
- 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficient in Solidworks, NX, or other 3D CAD tool
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Knowledge of the industry drafting standards and practices: ASME Y 14.5
- Familiarity with military and/or commercial design and material process standards preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
- Knowledge of PDM systems for documentation control and workflow -experience with Enovia PLM system preferred

Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills
- Integrity
- Judgement and problem solving
- Leadership
- Communication, both verbally and written and through active listening and reading comprehension.
- Customer oriented
- Adaptable and flexible
- Knowledge of change control management
- Analytical thinking
- Dependability
- Change agent
- Planning, organization and prioritizing

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Travel Specificity:
- Potential travel between Irvine, California and other locations up to 10%.

Other Requirements:
- This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Persons as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. green card holder), political asylee or refugee.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.