Designer
US-CA-Valencia
Job ID: 2026-16462
Type: Employee
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering/R&D
US-CA-Valencia -1166
Overview
The Mechanical Designer III is responsible for developing detailed 3D models and engineering drawings for electromechanical actuation and valve assemblies used in aerospace fluid handling and utility systems. These products include electromechanical actuators (EMAs), valves, pumps, sensors, and related components.
Working closely with a Lead Engineer and crossfunctional teams, this individual supports proposal efforts, new product development, and sustaining engineering activities. The role also provides direct support to manufacturing and test operations through tooling design, production improvements, and configuration control.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed parts, assemblies, and drawings using Creo, SolidWorks, and/or CATIA
- Ensure all designs comply with applicable drawing standards, including ASME Y14.100 and ANSI Y14.5 GD&T
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to support product development and production
- Identify, document, and communicate discrepancies in models and drawings
- Apply ITT standard procedures for drawing release, revision control, and configuration management
- Complete sustaining engineering work orders to support production, cost, and quality improvements
- Support Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
- Provide Material Review Board (MRB) support in coordination with Lead Engineers
- Generate and support Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs) and engineering data transmittals
- Support assembly and manufacturing operations by clarifying work instructions and developing tooling, fixtures, and test support drawings
Qualifications
- Education / Experience (one of the following):
- Associate’s degree with 10+ years handson experience drafting mechanical assemblies
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years handson experience drafting mechanical assemblies
- 15+ years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
- Strong working knowledge of aerospace standards, specifications, and design practices
- Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
- Advanced experience with 3D CAD modeling and detailed drawing creation
- Handson experience using Creo (preferred), Wildfire, SolidWorks, and/or CATIA
- Ability to perform tolerance stackup and tolerance analysis
- Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to effectively collaborate with internal customers
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a teamoriented environment
- Aerospace industry experience strongly preferred
NicetoHave
- Experience with aerospace fluid systems or electromechanical actuation hardware
- Familiarity with AS9100 or FAA/EASA regulatory environments
- Experience supporting production rampups or new product introductions (NPI)
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