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Senior Project Engineer - Aerospace - East Hartford, CT

East Hartford, Connecticut Permanent USD105,000 - USD113,000 per year View Job Description
This Senior Project Engineer role is responsible for managing technical projects related to aerospace hardware, including design substantiation, structural analysis, material evaluation, and manufacturing development. The position leads efforts to obtain FAA approval, supports new product development, collaborates with vendors, and ensures smooth production of assigned components.
  • * Lead FAA approval efforts for complex aerospace hardware.
  • * Drive manufacturing development and support for product lines.

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established aerospace manufacturer specializing in high‑precision components for commercial and defense applications. The organization is known for its engineering rigor, strict adherence to FAA regulatory requirements, and partnership with OEMs to provide critical hardware solutions.

Job Description

This Senior Project Engineer will:

  • Manage project efforts to secure FAA approval for assigned hardware.
  • Develop technical drawings, perform measurements, and lead material evaluations.
  • Conduct data and structural analysis and prepare design substantiation packages.
  • Support manufacturing development, hardware conformity, and customer evaluation activities.
  • Develop and execute supplier qualification and substantiation plans.
  • Support production processes and troubleshoot engineering issues.
  • Contribute to new product development initiatives.



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.

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

A successful Senior Project Engineer should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
  • 5+ years of relevant OEM design engineering experience.
  • Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes, including investment casting.
  • Familiarity with aerospace materials, coatings, and GD&T (ANSI Y14.5M).
  • Working knowledge of FAA FARs.
  • Experience with FEM analysis.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with SolidWorks and PCDMIS preferred.



What's on Offer

  • A compensation package aligned with experience
  • A range of standard employee benefits
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Exposure to meaningful, impactful engineering work
  • Long‑term stability within an established organization



Apply today to be considered within 24 hours!

Contact
Ashley Santos
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6933239

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
East Hartford
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ashley Santos
Job Reference
JN-012026-6933239