Development Engineer
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company
Simsbury, CT · Posted October 16, 2026
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About the job
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!
Job Description
EBAD seeks an engineer for the position Development Engineer , reporting to the Product Development Engineering Lead.
Responsibilities:
The development engineer (DE) is the technical lead on internal and external projects and is responsible for all technical and schedule aspects of the project/product from concept through development, qualification and production. Primary duties include:
Development and maintenance of the technical data package
Create 3D conceptual models
Perform design trade studies and hand calculations
Interact with customers on design, interface and functional details
Interact with suppliers to procure prototype parts for risk reduction testing
Execute the EBAD development process by facilitating internal and customer facing cross-functional meetings and design reviews
Requirements generation, allocation, flow down, and verification
Technical compliance and risk assessment/management
Coordination of project team technical tasks
Additional duties include coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval for this documentation.
Requirements:
The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and experience in project, design or related engineering experience. Mechanical and/or Aerospace are the preferred engineering disciplines.
Required experience includes:
2+ years of relevant engineering experience in a professional capacity
Proven leadership of technical teams
Strong time and task management skills
Ability to evaluate, understand, and apply customer requirements and government/military specifications to design
Demonstrated experience generating 3D models & 2D drawings, SolidWorks preferred
Capable of interpreting GD&T
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management and customers
Ability to adapt to project changes and overcome technical challenges
Demonstrated competency in problem solving and root cause analysis
Must have or be able to obtain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
Competent with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Skills:
Knowledge of explosive materials and energetic devices
Experience with product development, rapid prototyping, and manufacturing processes
Experience with product testing including test requirements development and procedure generation
Knowledge of dynamic test methods including shock, sinusoidal vibration, and random vibration
Experience applying GD&T and understanding of how it affects part manufacturing, inspection, and cost
Ability to perform tolerance analyses to ensure proper assembly and system integration
Experience with MS Project
ANSYS and Solid Works experience
Aerospace industry experience
The anticipated wage range for this position is $85,000-$130,000 per year. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.