Mechanical Design Engineer

Centum T&S India is, part of Centum Electronics Group, that offers a wide range of electronic and embedded systems design engineering services to Global Customers to help them realize complex products and sub-systems. Centum T&S is an Electronics Design Centre of Excellence, designing for mission-critical projects in Aerospace/Space, Transportation, Medical Electronics, Dfense Electronics, etc. Centum Electronics Group has other design centers in France, the USA, Canada & Germany.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated multitasker and a demonstrated team player. You will be responsible for the quality of the deliveries and should interact with cross cross-functional team and resolve problems. You should excel in working with global stakeholders, have outstanding communication and leadership skills, and report to the Manufacturing lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical test benches for aerospace components such as actuators, control surfaces, engines, and structural assemblies.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using aerospace-standard design tools (e.g., CATIA and AutoCAD).
• Integrate sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems for high-fidelity testing.
• Conduct structural, thermal, and vibration analysis using FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN).
• Ensure designs meet aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, DO-160, MIL-STD).
• Collaborate with aerospace systems engineers, electrical engineers, and software teams for integrated test solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, including BOMs, test procedures, and compliance reports.
• Understand the Customer datapack, create the BOM, and coordinate with manufacturers
• Searching suitable AVL manufacturers and providing the manufacturing part number(MPN) for COTS items
• Providing alternative part number / MPN fo COTS_1 (due to obsolescence)
• SOW, BOM preparation for stakeholders / subcontracting work/turnkey work
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and commissioning of test benches.
• Mechanical parts source inspection with all of the mechanical vendors
• Supporting the QC team for mechanical parts inspection, reports evaluation, and collection of supplier inspection reports
• RFQ Concept design of test fixture using CAD Tool, man-hours calculation for mechanical work cost estimation of mechanical components
• Troubleshoot and optimize test setups for accuracy, repeatability, and safety.
• Interface with aerospace suppliers and certification bodies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 37 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in aerospace test systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (CATIA V5, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Knowledge in FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, Abaqus).
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with aerospace instrumentation and testing standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with propulsion system test benches or environmental simulation chambers.
• Exposure to cable harness and its different connectors and data analysis.
• Exposure to the Electromechanical component and design / modify a Test bench
• Understanding of aerospace certification, qualification, and audit processes.
• Knowledge in vibration, thermal, and fatigue test setup and testing.