Design Engineer II (DESIG005051)
Sargent Aerospace

Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing our Future

With continual growth comes opportunity, and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Design Engineer II - Kahr Bearing.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, or designee, this is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join the Kahr Bearing Engineering team responsible for design, development, and testing of new and existing products and supporting manufacturing. This position will collaborate with all areas of the organization, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and sales, to provide a solution to the customers' design challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering analysis (stress, FEA, fatigue) and apply problem-solving methods to support new product development and/or sustain the production of existing designs.
• Review designs for completeness and proper application of engineering principles.
• Interact with customers to clarify design intent and technical requirements.
• Responsible for the quality and delivery of engineering design documentation to meet customer needs while supporting business objectives and schedules.
• Direct designers and drafters in design concepts and optimization.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Write test plans and test reports in support of new programs.
• Provide direction and assist in qualification test programs.
• Participate in understanding, implementing, and maintaining the Company Quality Policy in accordance with AS-9100D and/or ISO-9001:2015 requirements.
• Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement in design processes and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering curriculum with 3 year full-time prior relevant engineering experience, Or Associate's degree in engineering curriculum or related technical field with 5 years prior relevant engineering experience.
• Technical/engineering experience with emphasis on component design layout and modeling, detail design, and analysis.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineering degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration between Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering.
• Understanding of metal forming and manufacturing methods of bearings.
• Ability to effectively balance technical design maturity and manufacturing capability.
• Knowledge of the following analyses and methods: stress and fatigue, FEA, weight, vibration, thermal, corrosion control, FMEA, FMECA, wear analysis, and material and process controls.
• 3D modeling and drawing creation with Creo or equivalent software.
• MathCAD software familiarity.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5M GD&T standard and familiarity with engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of root cause and corrective action.
• Knowledge in risk identification and assessment.
• Excellent writing, presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to investigate, diagnose and resolve complex technical problems and communicate in clear, simple terms.
• Understanding of quality systems, configuration management systems, and data management systems.
• Knowledge of program management tools and project planning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Founded in 1919, RBC Bearings (Nasdaq: ROLL) has a long, successful history of quality craftsmanship and innovation in highly technical bearing products that require sophisticated design solutions and manufacturing capabilities for Industrial, Aerospace and Defense applications around the world. In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargent's continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company's commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Company Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance

• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• Flexible Schedules
  • 3 & 4-day work week
  • ½ day Fridays

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves...

• Integrity, We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People. - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes and supports the accomplishments, talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DISABLED

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