Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Idaho

Job Title

Structures Design Engineer

Who are we?

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners.

We’re looking for a Structures Aircraft Design Engineer to join our Product Engineering team and support the type design of all Kodiak aircraft. This role spans production support, fleet sustainment, and new product development, working in compliance with 14 CFR Part 23.

What You’ll Do

• Support aircraft production through manufacturability improvements and non‑conformance substantiation
• Develop and release 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
• Perform structural analysis to validate design changes and repairs
• Investigate and resolve structural issues from the field
• Develop customer‑driven design improvements and structural repairs
• Contribute to new aircraft models and future product development
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Certification, and Engineering teams

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering
• 5+ years of aerospace industry experience
• Strong background in aircraft structures and certification (14 CFR Part 23)
• CAD expertise (Siemens NX preferred)
• Proven experience with classical structural analysis methods
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Experience

• FEA tools and methods
• FAA/EASA delegation experience
• Composite and metallic structural repairs
• Aircraft manufacturing and certification support
• PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)

Why Join Kodiak Aircraft

At Kodiak Aircraft, quality and safety are foundational to everything we do. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about aviation excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer an opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety, reliability, and performance of our aircraft.

Information related to the position:

The compensation range is $80,000 to $95,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.

Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.