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TLG Aerospace, LLC (TLG) is an aerospace engineering services company dedicated to providing customers with reliable and efficient design, analysis, and certification for new and modified aircraft and related aerospace products.
TLG has active projects for the development, design, test, and certification of aircraft and spacecraft from the following aerospace sectors:
Space Launch Vehicles | Spacecraft | Personal Flying Vehicles | UAV/Drones | New Space Industry
Large Transport Airplanes | Business and Commuter Aircraft | General Aviation
Military Aircraft and IS&R | Supersonic/Hypersonic Vehicles | Agricultural
At TLG Aerospace we work on exciting projects across all aerospace innovations. We are the engineering team that enables entrepreneurial companies to achieve their dreams by turning ideas into reality.
TLG Aerospace recognizes that our greatest asset in achieving success is our talented aerospace engineering staff. TLG offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an engaging work environment where employees can excel professionally in an exceptional office location on the shores of Lake Union in Seattle, Washington. We hire innovative, talented staff who have the experience, qualifications, and professionalism on which our customers rely.
We are always interested in exceptional candidates who are excited to join our team. If you have the specified qualifications and believe you would be a valuable addition to the TLG team, please send your resume to careers@tlgaerospace.com for consideration. We will contact you if an opportunity aligns with your experience and skill set. Your privacy is important to us so your information will remain confidential.
CURRENT OPENINGS
+ Design Engineering Manager
TLG Aerospace is currently seeking an additional Design Engineering Manager to support a variety of aerospace development programs. As part of a passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will work with customers and internal project teams (Aerodynamics, Loads, Flutter, Performance & Handling Qualities, CFD and Stress Engineers) to lead the Design Engineering efforts at TLG. You will manage and direct structural design and support development of conceptual design phases from initial concept through to released engineering drawings.
Design Engineering Manager responsibilities include:
- Working closely with customers to develop and define statements of work which utilize TLG’s experience and capabilities.
- Identify and develop business opportunities with new and existing customers.
- Lead a staff of highly qualified Design Engineers in the following responsibilities:
- Manage layout phase of initial concepts for new or modified aerospace structures,
- Manage the generation of initial and mature design concepts to the customer’s specified level of definition, which may be limited to lofted surface definition and Interface Control Models (ICM), or extend to the development of individual component models, assemblies and installation models and release of production drawings or MBDs.
- Manage the product definition within a PDM environment. Support the generation and review of reports and presentation materials for internal and customer Preliminary and Critical Design Review (PDR & CDR) meetings.
- Manage an internal design team including new product development on innovative aircraft and space structures, assignments, scheduling, program reporting, and team member reviews.
Applicants should have experience with the application of design standards and techniques appropriate to the complexity and program maturity of the structure, and the ability to interrogate CAD models and use a PDM system. The applicant should have work experience using CATIA. Exposure and knowledge of numerical structural modeling techniques with FEMAP, Patran/Nastran seen as a strong benefit. Well qualified applicants will have familiarity with FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes, possess good verbal and written communication skills and must function well in a multi-disciplinary team.
QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of aerospace engineering principles and concepts related to structural design and analysis of aircraft structures and systems.
EXPERIENCE: 10 years of applied experience
U.S. PERSON: U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ is required
EDUCATION: B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent
BENEFITS: TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays per year.
SALARY: The base pay for this position ranges from $150,000 to $250,000 per year. Please note this salary information is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
CONTACT: Careers@TLGAerospace.com
ITAR Compliance – U.S. Persons Requirement: Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, military schematic drawings, and perform defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
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TLG Aerospace, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
Request an Accommodation: TLG Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact us at Careers at TLGAerospace.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
+ Structures & Systems Design Engineer
TLG Aerospace, LLC (TLG) is an aerospace engineering services company dedicated to providing customers with reliable and efficient design, analysis, and certification for new and modified aircraft and related aerospace products.
TLG has active projects for the development, design, test, and certification of aircraft and spacecraft from the following aerospace sectors: Space Launch Vehicles | Spacecraft | Urban Air Mobility | UAV/Drones | New Space Industry | Regional Transport Airplanes | Business and Commuter Aircraft | Military Aircraft and IS&R | Supersonic/Hypersonic Vehicles | General Aviation
Why choose a company that works in only one aerospace engineering sector? At TLG Aerospace, we work on exciting projects across all areas of aerospace innovation. We are the engineering team that enables entrepreneurial companies to achieve their dreams by turning ideas into reality.
SUMMARY: We are currently seeking Experienced Structures & Systems Design Engineers with 3D CAD Design experience (2D CREO Parametric a plus) to support a spacecraft development program. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished fast-moving team of experts, you will provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the design and development of multiple space vehicles. You will find your excellent collaboration and communication skills are an essential part of the job. You will perform structural design support development of conceptual design phases from concept to released engineering drawings.
As a Structures & Systems Design Engineer, you will:
- Contribute to small IPT teams developing structural configuration layouts
- More experienced engineers will contribute to managing the IPT team and team member progress and output
- Model initial concepts of new or modified aerostructures using CREO Parametric
- Generate and mature design concepts to the customer’s specified level of definition, which may be limited to lofted surface definition and Interface Control Models (ICM), or extend to the development of individual component models, assemblies, and installation models and release of production drawings or MBDs
- Collaborate between Design and Analysis groups to incorporate structural sizing and other analytical requirements
- Manage the product definition within the Windchill PDM environment
- Support the generation of reports and presentation materials for internal and customer design reviews, Preliminary and Critical Design Review (PDR & CDR)
- More experienced engineers will present these materials in reviews
EXPECTATIONS: Specific tasks include:
- Primary and secondary aerospace structures (metallic and composite)
- Integrated gas, fluid and electrical system installations
- Cryogenic fluid tube design & routing
- Mechanical and actuation systems
- Propulsion system installations
- Micrometeorite protection and multi-layer insulation installations
Design applicants should have experience with CAD design, with CREO Parametric or other similar CAD software. Structures & Systems Design Engineers should also be familiar with aerospace structures, aerospace systems or engineering drawing development and release. Applicants should be cognizant of design for weight, producibility, durability, and customer-specific needs. You should also possess good verbal and written communication skills and must function well in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge in the application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5-2009 drafting standard is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding of aerospace engineering principles, aerospace primary structures or concepts related to metallic and composite aircraft systems and structures
- CREO Parametric experience is a plus, need to be able to model both in 2D and 3D
- Experience Performing Systems/Structural Layouts, including presentations at PDR/CDR
- Experience Leading Systems/Structural Layouts is a plus
LOCATION: The TLG office is in Seattle, Washington. The position is a hybrid work environment including onsite and remote options.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 1 year of related experience is required.
ITAR Compliance – U.S. Persons Requirement: U.S. citizenship or a ‘Green Card’ is required. Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or a ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, and military schematic drawings and performs defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
EDUCATION: B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent
BENEFITS: TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays per year.
SALARY: The base pay for this position ranges from $100,000 to $200,000 per year. Please note this salary information is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
CONTACT: Careers@TLGAerospace.com
+ Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer
TLG Aerospace, LLC (TLG) is an aerospace engineering services company dedicated to providing customers with reliable and efficient design, analysis, and certification for new and modified aircraft and related aerospace products.
TLG has active projects for the development, design, test, and certification with aircraft and spacecraft from the following aerospace sectors:
Space Launch Vehicles | Urban Air Mobility | UAV/Drone | New Space Industry | Regional Transport Airplanes | Business and Commuter Aircraft | Military Aircraft and IS&R | Supersonic/Hypersonic Vehicles | General Aviation
Why choose a company that works in only one aerospace engineering sector? At TLG Aerospace, we work on exciting projects across all areas of aerospace innovation. We are the engineering team that enables entrepreneurial companies to achieve their dreams by turning ideas into reality.
We are currently seeking a Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer to support a variety of aerospace development programs. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the design, development, and certification of new aircraft and aircraft modifications. Working independently and as part of small, fast-moving teams on advanced development projects, you’ll find your collaboration and communication skills are an essential part of the job. You will conduct structural analysis, support development of conceptual design phases through to released engineering data and stress analysis reports, support testing and prepare documentation with a range of aerospace engineering disciplines.
Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer: Work as part of an Integrated Product Team to focal the Fatigue and Damage tolerance aspects of new development and modification programs. Use your abilities to evaluate the strength, detail design, and fabrication to show that catastrophic failure due to fatigue, corrosion, or accidental damage, will be avoided throughout the operational life or the airplane.
Capabilities that may be utilized, but not limited to, are the following:
• Mission Profiles and Flight Segments
• Fatigue Spectrum Development
• Damage Tolerance Analysis
• Airworthiness Limitations
• Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer applicants should have experience with the application of the appropriate analysis method depending on the phase or complexity of the structure and be able to work with methods and structural allowables available in the public domain. Well qualified applicants will have familiarity with FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes, possess good verbal and written communication skills and must function well in a multi-disciplinary team.
QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of aerospace engineering principles and concepts related to metallic and composite aircraft structures and systems.
EXPERIENCE: F&DT Engineer: 10+ years of applied experience
LOCATION: The TLG office is in Seattle, Washington and offers a hybrid-based work environment which will consist of both onsite and work-from-home options.
ITAR Compliance – U.S. Persons Requirement: U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ is required. Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, military schematic drawings, and perform defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
EDUCATION: B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent
BENEFITS: TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays per year.
SALARY: The base pay for this position ranges from $145,000 to $200,000 per year. Please note this salary information is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
CONTACT: Careers@TLGAerospace.com
INDUSTRY: Aviation & Aerospace
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
+ Flight Sciences Engineer
TLG is on the lookout for experienced Flight Sciences engineers to join our elite team of talented problem solvers. Our team supports a variety of aerospace development programs from infancy through certification. Applications range from low-speed all-electric airplanes to hypersonic aircraft and space planes.
As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you would provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the design, development, and certification of new aircraft and aircraft modifications. Working independently and as part of a small, fast-moving team on advanced development projects, you’ll find your collaboration and communication skills are an essential part of the job. Applicants should have a theoretical knowledge of aerodynamics, exhibit formidable scripting and numerical problem-solving skills, and be proficient with MATLAB or other transferable programming language.
Expectations: Engineers in this role may be expected to perform the following tasks:
- Aerodynamic configuration design
- Lower order methods analysis
- Stability and control analysis
- Handling qualities analysis
- Flight dynamics simulation
- Aircraft loads analysis
- Aircraft performance analysis
- Wind tunnel and flight test
- Data analysis and process automation (Matlab and Python)
- Computational Fluid Dynamic breadth
Location: The work is located in Seattle, WA. and will be primarily hybrid-based work environments which will consists of both onsite and work-from-home options. Each project would be dependent upon the role and experience. Applicants should be prepared to reside within a commuting distance of the Seattle corporate office.
Experience: Entry Level to 10+ years of applied experience in Flight Sciences Engineering.
U.S. Persons Requirement: Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, military schematic drawings, and perform defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
Education: B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent science or engineering degree with industry experience relevant to the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer: TLG Aerospace, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact us at Careers@TLGAerospace.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
Benefits: TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays per year.
Salary: The base pay for this position ranges from $90,000 to $157,000 per year. Please note this salary information is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Employment Type: Full Time, Direct Hire Position.
How to Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to Careers@TLGAerospace.com
+ Loads and Flutter Engineer
TLG Aerospace, LLC (TLG) is an aerospace engineering services company dedicated to providing customers with reliable and efficient design, analysis, and certification for new and modified aircraft and related aerospace products.
TLG has active projects for the development, design, test, and certification of aircraft and spacecraft from the following aerospace sectors:
Space Launch Vehicles | Spacecraft | Urban Air Mobility | UAV/Drones | New Space Industry | Regional Transport Airplanes | Business and Commuter Aircraft | Military Aircraft and IS&R | Supersonic/Hypersonic Vehicles | General Aviation
Why choose a company that works in only one aerospace engineering sector? At TLG Aerospace, we work on exciting projects across all areas of aerospace innovation. We are the engineering team that enables entrepreneurial companies to achieve their dreams by turning ideas into reality.
SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking an experienced aircraft Loads and Flutter Engineer to support a variety of aerospace development programs. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will provide technical expertise and develop solutions to support the design, analysis, and certification of new aircraft, aircraft modifications, and space launch vehicles. Working independently and as part of small, fast-moving teams on advanced development projects, you’ll find your collaboration and communication skills are an essential part of the job. You will perform a wide variety of analyses, support testing, and prepare documentation for aircraft and spacecraft that push the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace today.
EXPECTATIONS:
Specific tasks may include any or all of the following:
- Perform quasi-static maneuver loads analysis for aircraft and launch vehicles
- Perform dynamic gust and turbulence analysis for aircraft and launch vehicles
- Perform static and dynamic ground analyses for aircraft and launch vehicles
- Perform aircraft flutter analysis including propeller whirl flutter
- Support flight and ground test planning, execution, and data reduction (flight load survey, flutter envelope expansion, ground vibration, static test, qual & acceptance testing)
- Prepare aerodynamic databases for use in external loads and dynamics analyses.
- Support wind tunnel test planning, execution, and data reduction
- Develop aeroelastic analysis models including the integration of closed-loop control systems
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding of aerospace engineering principles and concepts.
- Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a closely integrated team environment.
- Must possess comfort and skill with basic programs including Microsoft Office.
- Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, and PERL is desirable.
- Experience in aircraft or spacecraft static loads, dynamic loads, or flutter analysis is required.
- Familiarity with MSC Nastran, Patran, FEMAP, ZAERO, or comparable tools is a plus.
LOCATION:
The work is located in Seattle, WA, and will be primarily a hybrid-based work environment, which consists of both onsite and work-from-home options. Each project would be dependent upon the role and experience. Applicants should be prepared to reside within a commuting distance of the Seattle area.
EXPERIENCE: Loads and Dynamics Engineer: 5+ years of applied experience
EDUCATION: B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent.
ITAR Compliance – U.S. Persons Requirement:
Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or a ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, and military schematic drawings and performs defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
BENEFITS:
TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays each year.
SALARY: The base pay for this position ranges from $112,000 to $165,000 per year.
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations.
CONTACT: Careers@TLGAerospace.com
INDUSTRY: Aviation & Aerospace
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: TLG Aerospace, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.
Request an Accommodation: TLG Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact us at Careers@TLGAerospace.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
+ Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer
TLG is on the lookout for experienced CFD engineers to join our elite team of talented problem solvers. Our team supports a variety of aerospace development programs from infancy through certification. Applications range from low-speed all-electric airplanes to hypersonic aircraft and space planes.
As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you would provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the design, development, and certification of new aircraft and aircraft modifications. Working independently and as part of a small, fast-moving team on advanced development projects, you’ll find your collaboration and communication skills are an essential part of the job. Applicants should have a theoretical knowledge of aerodynamics, exhibit formidable scripting and numerical problem-solving skills, and be proficient with MATLAB or other transferable programming language. Experience with running a commercial CFD program in a production environment is preferred.
EXPECTATIONS: Engineers in this role may be expected to perform the following tasks:
- CAD manipulation to support aerodynamic analysis
- CFD mesh generation (familiarity with ANSA or STAR-CCM+ is a plus)
- Management of cloud computing resources (familiarity with Linux is a plus)
- Perform CFD analysis (familiarity with STAR-CCM+ or FUN3D is a plus)
- Flow field visualization (familiarity with Tecplot is a plus)
- Data analysis and process automation (Matlab and Python)
- Wind tunnel and flight test support
- Provide support for flight sciences analysis
LOCATION: The work is located in Seattle, WA. and will be primarily hybrid-based work environments which will consists of both onsite and work-from-home options. Each project would be dependent upon the role and experience. Applicants should be prepared to reside within a commuting distance of the Seattle corporate office.
EXPERIENCE: Entry Level to 10+ years of applied experience in Flight Sciences Engineering.
U.S. PERSONS REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be able to show proof of U.S. citizenship or ‘Green Card’ as part of the ability to meet ITAR Compliance standards. TLG Aerospace is an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) defense manufacturing partner facility that works with government/federal military parts, military schematic drawings, and perform defense services that require our company to ask about U.S. Persons status as part of the verification during the pre-hire process.
EDUCATION: B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent science or engineering degree with industry experience relevant to the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: TLG Aerospace, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact us at Careers@TLGAerospace.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
BENIFTS: TLG provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including medical, vision and dental insurance, health savings accounts, 401(k) and retirement saving plans, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability insurance. Eligible employees will have the opportunity to receive a discretionary quarterly or annual bonus and profit sharing. TLG provides up to 22 vacation days per year, depending on years of experience, and 10 paid holidays per year.