Design Engineer 3 (Additive Manufacturing)

Based in Park City, UT, Triumph Geared Solutions is a leading independent aerospace gear and gear box supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 200 employees. The Company’s key products and services include power transmission systems, integrated gearbox design and builds, airframe mounted accessor drives (AMAD’s), engine mounted accessory drives (EMAD’s), rotorcraft transmissions, turboshaft internal gearboxes, emergency power gearboxes, and large complex aero gears for both OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Park City, UT lies east of Salt Lake City in the western state of Utah. Framed by the craggy Wasatch Range, it’s bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and the huge Park City Mountain Resort, both known for their ski slopes.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing internal standards to produce additively manufactured parts, primarily using Laser Powder Bed Fusion, that satisfy aerospace quality requirements.

Develop and execute plans to characterize AM material physical and mechanical properties, to evaluate the quality of AM material and to test the quality of the AM produced parts.

Work with the design team, other Triumph Group sites, external partners and suppliers to adapt and optimize design models for the AM build process.

Play a leading role in the development, improvement and implementation of additive manufacturing processes into Triumph’s design and development efforts.

Exercise creativity, foresight, and judgment in conceiving, planning, developing, and delivering on designs of new products.

Create mechanical drawings for additively manufactured components within each application.

Perform engineering calculations to support design work, with knowledge of stress/strain, dynamics, kinematics, power transmission, etc.

Timely preparation of initial drafts of associated engineering documentation including but not limited to Analysis Reports, Failure Investigation Reports, project deliverable documents and Engineering Changes.

Work with manufacturing and operations to ensure a smooth transition from design to fully manufacturable, high-quality parts.

Be a continuous learner by maintaining technical knowledge and awareness of developments related to aircraft drive systems, Additive Manufacturing industry trends and design improvement opportunities.

Occasional travel is required.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or material science.

Two or more years of relevant design experience in a Laser Powder Bed Fusion/Selective Laser Melting production environment is required.

Additional experience with gear and powertrain design and analysis software tools is preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience of machine design elements: housings, gears, bearings, seals, splines, lubricants, material selection, etc.

Basic problem solving/analytical skills, demonstrating ingenuity and creativity.

Proficiency with CAD software is required.

Educational certificate in additive manufacturing fundamentals and practices from an educational institution or professional organization (ASTM, ASME, SME, etc.) is preferred.

Intermediate level understanding of and experience with AS13100 and AS9100D requirements for aircraft component design is preferred.

Basic understanding of formal Qualification Standards such as DO160, MIL-STD-1587 and/or EUROCAE ED-14 is desirable.

Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is required.

Proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative.

The capability to work efficiently and accurately, with an attention to detail, and in a team environment.

High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.

Additional Information

All Positions at Triumph Geared Solutions require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US Citizens or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently all applicants must be US Citizens or US Permanent Residents (*green card holders*) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.

Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)

Healthcare spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance

Incentives and performance-based rewards

Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.