Project Engineer - Aerospace - Hartford, CT

Hartford, Connecticut Permanent USD65,000 - USD78,000 per year View Job Description
The Project Engineer supports the design, qualification, and improvement of aircraft engine and accessory components certified for FAA-PMA use. The engineer will drive design substantiation, CAD modeling, manufacturing process development, and cross‑functional problem solving within an aerospace environment.
  • Work on regulated aerospace components with exciting industry impact.
  • Diverse design, analysis, and manufacturing engineering exposure.

About Our Client

Our client is a long‑standing aerospace manufacturer specializing for aircraft components used by a wide variety of operators. Known for high reliability and quality standards, the organization supports both new product development and aftermarket aviation needs.

Their team-oriented environment offers engineers the opportunity to work directly with regulatory processes, complex mechanical systems, and manufacturing methods..

Job Description

The Project Engineer will play a key role in developing, documenting, and qualifying different aerospace components. This position involves creating part and tooling drawings, performing engineering analyses, and supporting manufacturing and quality teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare substantiation packages and engineering documentation.
  • Develop CAD models, drawings, and tooling for aerospace components.
  • Support manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams on methods, inspections, and non‑conformance dispositions.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Project Engineer brings hands-on experience in aerospace mechanical design or manufacturing, and strong CAD proficiency. They demonstrate excellent technical writing skills, a solid understanding of GD&T, and experience with structural or thermal analysis.

You Bring:

  • B.S. in Engineering.
  • 2+ years aerospace or mechanical experience.
  • CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and strong drawing/GD&T skills.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and basic structural/thermal analysis.

What's on Offer

This position offers the opportunity to work with engineers across quality, supply chain, and production teams to gain valuable experience. You will be supporting both new designs and in‑service component challenges. It's a strong role for someone seeking technical growth and exposure to the full engineering lifecycle.

Highlights:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Broad mechanical engineering exposure: design, analysis, manufacturing, and quality
  • Stable organization with strong training, cross‑functional collaboration, and long‑term growth potential
Contact
Victor Pascoe
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6929615

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Project / Program Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Hartford
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victor Pascoe
Job Reference
JN-012026-6929615