[Hiring] Mechanical Systems Senior Designer @Saratech

Role Description

Saratech is seeking a Mechanical Systems Senior Designer that will contribute to the design, development, and integration of Mechanical Systems. This is a remote, 6-12 month contract opportunity.

Salary Range: $80 - $90 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hydraulics System Design Ownership:
  • Design, develop, and detail the Hydraulics System in compliance with technical, performance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform trade studies to optimize architecture, function, weight, cost, and manufacturability.
• Program & Vendor Coordination:
  • Support lead engineers in technical coordination with suppliers for the development of Mechanical Systems, including:
    • Hydraulic System
    • Brake & Steering Control System
    • Landing Gear System
    • Flight Control System
  • Serve as the primary design point of contact for Hydraulics, Brake Control, and Steering Control Systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements, schedules, and certification objectives.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (structures, electrical, avionics, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain) to define and validate all mechanical and electrical interfaces.
• Interface Definition & Integration:
  • Develop and maintain Zonal Reference Models (ZRM), Interface Control Models (ICM), and Interface Control Drawings (ICD) to clearly define interfaces with adjacent structures and systems.
• 3D CAD & Digital Definition:
  • Create and manage experimental and production-level digital product definitions, including parts, assemblies, and installations, fully defining dimensions, materials, processes, and tolerances.
  • Develop detailed system layouts and airframe integration studies using CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
• Certification & Compliance Support:
  • Support lead engineers to ensure Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulic Systems meet applicable Part 23 and ATA 32 regulatory and safety requirements.
• Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
  • Promote best practices in CATIA modeling, interface control, certification awareness, and supplier coordination.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical Systems and equipment common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft, specifically Brake-By-Wire, Steer-By-Wire, and Hydraulics Systems.
• 7+ years of industry experience in a closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processes pertinent to Mechanical Systems.
• Experience with ASME Y14.100 Drawings and Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience with model and drawing checking, engineering part and model release, and engineering change process.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all customer and/or employee information to assure customer and/or employee rights are protected.
• Adheres to policies regarding notification of absence and PTO requests.
• Attends all mandatory management and staff meetings.
• Represents the organization in a respectful and professional manner.
• Attend and comply with annual health, safety, training and education requirements.
• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Subject to background check.
• US Citizen or Green Card.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan: All employees can enroll in the company's 401k with company matching.
• Paid Sick Time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.