Top 11 Aerospace engineer Jobs in Aurora, Or

Senior Aerospace Design Engineer
Van's Aircraft, Inc. —Aurora, OR
- Full-time
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Data analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Metrology Engineer
Karman Space & Defense —Wilsonville, OR
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Mechanical Engineer, Space Hardware (Mid-Level)
IRPI —Wilsonville, OR
- $108,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
IRPI —Wilsonville, OR
- $130,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Structure Design Engineer
Altitude Aerospace —Portland, OR
- 5 years
- Senior level
Structure Stress Engineer
Altitude Aerospace —Portland, OR
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Senior level
Project Engineer
Fliegen Works —Portland, OR
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Payload Cabling & Packaging (Remote)
Encore Semi, Inc. —Hillsboro, OR
- $135,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bachelor of Science
- 8 years
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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- Analysis skills
- Senior level
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Senior Aerospace Design Engineer

Van's Aircraft, Inc. -
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Job Details

Full-time
14 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Rapid prototyping
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Customer communication
3D modeling software
Engineering phase involvement
Performance testing in mechanical engineering
Customer service
Technical documentation
5 years
Aerospace design
Mechanical Engineering
Tooling design
Data analysis skills
Flying aircraft
Engineering process optimization
Mechanical assembly drawings
Aerospace Engineering
3D modeling for product design
Mechanical drawings
Collaboration with product development teams
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Continuous improvement
Aerodynamics
Mentoring
Design engineering
Prototype creation
Blueprint creation using CAD software
Technical writing
FEA
Collaboration with manufacturing teams

Full Job Description

Senior Aerospace Design Engineer

Join Van’s Aircraft—Where Innovation Takes Flight

Van’s Aircraft is looking for an experienced and detail-driven Senior Aerospace Design Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you’ll apply deep technical expertise to design, analyze, and support the development of high-performance kit aircraft. You’ll be instrumental in advancing our aircraft designs from concept through production—bringing precision, innovation, and a passion for aviation to every stage of the process. If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems and working hands-on in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

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Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept:

Design & Develop: Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings for airframes, assemblies, and tooling using SolidWorks.
Analyze & Validate: Perform structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA to ensure safety and compliance with design requirements.
Performance Support: Conduct aerodynamic and performance evaluations to optimize flight characteristics.
Test Involvement: Participate in structural and flight testing, including setup, data acquisition, and analysis.
Prototyping: Assist in the prototyping and testing of parts and systems to validate designs and resolve technical challenges.
CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work closely with production, supply chain, and customer service teams to ensure designs are buildable and serviceable.
Documentation: Contribute to the creation and maintenance of assembly manuals, service instructions, and support documentation.
Process Improvement: Provide engineering support to improve manufacturing efficiency, part quality, and builder experience.
Customer Interaction: Occasionally support customers and represent Van’s Aircraft at events and flyins.
Knowledge Sharing: Offer informal mentorship to peers and interns, sharing technical insights and best practices.

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What You’ll Bring to the Team:

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years of experience in aircraft or mechanical design, ideally within general aviation or experimental aircraft.
Strong understanding of aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred), 2D drafting, and FEA tools.
Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership over technical work.
Handson skills with shop tools, prototypes, and mechanical assemblies.
Ability to work independently while effectively communicating within a team.
Solid written and verbal communication skills for documentation and crossteam collaboration.
Interest in aviation—pilot license or experience building/flying experimental aircraft is a plus.

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Work Environment:

This role offers a balance of office-based design work and hands-on engineering activities in a production setting. Some travel (up to 10%) may be required for flight testing, trade shows, or customer support. Expect to spend most of your time seated, with periods of standing, walking, and light lifting as part of prototyping or testing.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

Van’s Aircraft is committed to equal employment opportunity and a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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About Van's Aircraft, Inc.

Van's Aircraft, founded in 1973 by Richard VanGrunsven, leads in designing and manufacturing high-performance kit aircraft. With a strong reputation for innovation and excellence, Van's is based at Oregon’s Aurora State Airport (KUAO) and is home to a dedicated team of about 110 employees. We are committed to improving our products to meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. As Van's continues to grow, we’re expanding our capabilities and exploring new opportunities in aviation, creating exciting career potential. We value cross-departmental collaboration, providing visibility into how your role contributes to our collective success. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, holidays, health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance, a 401K plan, and access to an employee flying club.

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Structure Stress Engineer

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