Aeronautical Engineer 3

  • Chipton-Ross
  • Chandler, Arizona
  • Full Time
Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Aeronautical Engineer 3's for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o Proficient in Advanced 3D CAD package. Preferably Siemens NX. o Demonstrated ability to generate engineering drawings for procurement including Design for Manufacture (DFM) and application of GD&T. o Ability to apply first-order structural analysis (hand calculations) to support product design. o High mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience working on mechanical systems either in a professional or personal setting. o Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams to meet common goal. o Good understanding of material science as it applies to aerospace metallic materials. o Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). o This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance in the future. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Looking for an Engineer Aeronautical 3 to support our Mechanical & Energetics Department. As a member of the M&E Department you will join the Advanced Programs product line supporting missile system development. Responsibilities Designs major components or major portions of a missile system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations. Develops basic data and makes preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposal. Investigates pertinent design factors such structural, thermal, manufacturability, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost. Coordinates with other organizations affected by design development. Makes layouts of complex assemblies and details parts of devices, mechanisms, and structures. Checks completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning. Designs, develops, and tests a variety of missiles, and parts, taking into consideration the most efficient use of the natural laws affecting flight. Establishes structural specifications, performs stress analysis, and conducts performance tests. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o Advance Training or Certification in GD&T per ASME Y14.5. o Machine shop experience programming or operating CNN Mills/Lathes for aerospace hardware. o Active Department of Defense Secret clearance or higher. o Good understanding of material science as it applies to aerospace composite and non-metallic materials. REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree is required. School must be accredited. WORK HOURS: 9/80 work schedule. This position will serve on-site at Chandler, Arizona. ADDITIONAL: Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Job ID: 522753373
Originally Posted on: 5/28/2026

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