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# Design Engineer 4

- **Company:** CHIPTON ROSS
- **Location:** Seal Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Dassault Systèmes DELMIA (Software), Object-Oriented Software Development, Simulink, Software Requirements Analysis, CATIA V5, Information Technology, Enovia
- **Published:** July 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cjhunter.com//jobsearch/showjob.html?resultid=SrGbA4&offset=146&PageSize=ALL&PageTitle=%3Cspan+style%3D%27font-weight%3Abold%27%3EDesign+Engineer+4+-+%3C%2Fspan%3EChipton-Ross+is+seeking+a+Design+Engineer+(Level+4)+for+a+contract+opportunity+in+Seal+Beach%2C+CA.%0A%0A100%25+onsite%0A%0ABASIC+QUALIFICATIONS+(REQUIRED+SKILLS%2FEXPERIENCE)%3A%0A-Regular+and+pred..&SIDW=130d3864944053d5406bd6045cb83f71.VUlEPTUwODI4MTMw

## About the Role

Regular and predictable attendance is required.
-Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
-5+ years of experience in related engineering roles (Mechanical Flight Controls within the aerospace industry, specifically in commercial airplane programs).
-2+ years of experience using CATIA V5, ENOVIA, and/or DELMIA.
-2+ years of experience with commercial aircraft program., Current Design Engineering (DE) Approver.
-Advanced degree in Engineering or a related field.
-Good verbal and written communication skills.
-Experience presenting to senior leadership.
-Strong collaborative skills to deal with multiple team functions.
-Experience reviewing/approving Service Bulletins.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

## Description

Client is seeking an Experienced Design Engineer (Level 4) specializing in Mechanical Flight Controls to join our Out-of-Production (OoP) Mechanical (Mech) Systems Design Engineering (DE) team based in Seal Beach, CA.

This role is integral to our commitment to safety and compliance with FAA regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of design principles, aircraft performance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our aircraft meet the highest safety standards.

-Works with the OoP Chief Program Engineer (CPE) office as the Responsible Engineer on Continued Operational Safety Program (COSP) and Safety Related Problem (SRP) projects.
-Supports to BCA Production, BGS Modifications, BGS Client Converted Freighter program and Engineering changes for OoP aircraft.
-Supports BGS Spares (ELRs, SDTs and Interchangeabilities).
-Provides design solutions to the Service Engineering team for BCS and other fleet issues with design solutions.
-Willing and able to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally.

General tasks:
-Performs new detail design, as well as participate in troubleshooting and resolution of in-service issues. Support the development and documentation of Airplane components such as / gearboxes, cable system components, pilot controls (i.e. column, wheel, rudder pedals, switches, etc.), torque tubes, linkages, ball-screws, various sensor types, etc.,
-Opportunities for mechanical engineering engagement in Flight Controls and Mechanical Systems include work in Primary Flight Controls (e.g. pilot controls, elevators, horizontal stabilizer, rudder, ailerons, and spoilers/speed-brakes), High Lift Systems (i.e. leading-edge flaps or slats, and trailing edge flaps).
-Works to ensure world-class Mechanical Systems by collaborating with other organizations such as Aerodynamics Performance and Stability & Control, Structures, Flight Deck Crew Operations, Pilots, Electrical Systems, Systems Stress, Customer Services & Airline Customers, Factory and Flight Line Operations, Supplier Management, Airplane Safety and many others.
-Requirements definition, conducting various types of analysis, use of CAD/CAM systems such as CATIA, and math modeling with tools such as Simulink and EASY5.
-Conducts or participates in design reviews as a SMEs, formulates path forward with findings and prepares technical presentations for executive review boards of potential safety items
-Engages in supplier coordination, define verification methods such as component, system-level and airplane-level testing, and participate in that testing.
-Participates in activities related to certification of Client products with regulatory agencies.


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