Hybrid Mechanical Advisory Engineer – Bearing, Tribology Specialist

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About the role

  • Mechanical Advisory Engineer specializing in bearing technologies for aerospace power generation. Advising on design, testing, and problem-solving for generator bearing systems within manufacturing and product development.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for generator bearing design, analysis, and testing for both new and legacy products, including: bearing sizing and arrangement selection; B10 life calculations and reliability analysis; squeeze film damping and rotor dynamic behavior; and lubrication system integration and performance.
  • Support product bearing failure investigations and ensure root causes are accurately diagnosed and corrective actions implemented
  • Interface with management, suppliers, customers, and product line engineers, communicating technical findings and recommendations
  • Collaborate with internal manufacturing sites and external suppliers to resolve production challenges and improve bearing system performance
  • Establish and promote engineering standards, best practices, and technical guidance for the entire department
  • Contribute to cross-functional design reviews, testing protocols, and qualification activities
  • Act as a technical mentor, supporting team knowledge growth and capability building

Requirements

  • Requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with high-speed rolling element bearings in aerospace applications
  • Proficiency in tools such as D39 (Collins’ HS Jones bearing design) and/or ADORE software
  • Experience supporting aerospace mechanical systems across the full product life cycle, including design, production, and in-service support
  • Proven history of working with bearing suppliers, such as Barden, Timken, SKF, NHBB, or similar industry leaders
  • Extensive experience in rotating machinery or mechanical systems within aerospace or similar high-performance industries
  • Strong foundation in mechanical analysis, reliability, failure investigation, and supplier collaboration

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  • And more!

Job title

Mechanical Advisory Engineer – Bearing, Tribology Specialist

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$147,000 - $295,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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