Aerospace Tool Design Engineer - 6 Month Position

Mid-Level Tool Design Engineer - 6 Month Contract

Fully remote from anywhere in the United States

This is a 6-month 1099 contract position. Applicants must be US Citizens or Green Card holders.

At MORI Associates, we partner with visionary organizations like NASA, JPL, and the DoD. Since 1997, our team has been dedicated to advancing science and technology for the benefit of life on Earth and beyond. If you want to apply your expertise to projects that shape the future of space exploration, join us.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level Tool Design Engineer to support cutting-edge aerospace programs. You will be responsible for the design, modeling, and documentation of tooling solutions for complex aerospace hardware, working cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, review-ready designs.

Key Responsibilities

3D & 2D Tool Design Modeling

• Develop 3D and 2D models and engineering drawings using CREO and/or CATIA.
• Produce drawings in .CATDrawing or .drw formats per program standards.
• Ensure all models are complete, ready for peer review, and manage revisions.

Requirements Development

• Develop tooling requirements throughout the program lifecycle.
• Prepare requirements material slides in .ppt format.
• Collaborate with systems and program engineering to ensure traceability.

Design Review Content

• Create presentation slides for formal design reviews based on Concepts of Operations (CONOPs).
• Ensure content is comprehensive and aligned with design intent.

Tool Use Instructions

• Author comprehensive instruction documents for tool usage, inspection, and maintenance in .docx format.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts and safety personnel to validate content.

Procurement Support Documents

• Conduct supplier analysis and maintain Purchase Order (PO) tracking in .xlsx format.
• Document trade studies, including lead time, cost, and quality considerations.

Stress Analyses

• Perform load analyses (hand calculations or FEA) to verify structural adequacy.
• Submit FEA models in ANSYS format and calculations in Excel or MathCAD.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in tool design or manufacturing within aerospace or defense.
• Proficiency in CREO and/or CATIA.
• Experience producing engineering drawings in .CATDrawing or .drw format.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and document engineering requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NASA, commercial space, or DoD programs.
• Familiarity with design review processes and requirements management.
• Experience with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing (composites, machined parts, GSE).
• Experience with WindChill PLM and ITAR-controlled environments.

Compensation & Environment

• Salary Range: $65.00 to $86.00 per hour (based on experience).
• Work Environment: May require on-site presence at customer or manufacturing facilities. Some travel may be required.

MORI Associates is an equal opportunity employer.