Aviation Engineer II - Engine Quality

Aviation Engineer II - Engine Quality

Join us at American Honda Motor Company, Inc. to bring the future of aviation engineering to life.

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future‑focused goals. At our core is innovation, constantly driving record success. We strive to be a source of power that supports people around the world and to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” through new technologies and an innovative approach to a “zero environmental footprint.”

We welcome qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

Part of a team responsible for overall engine quality in the Repair Station and Production. Assure compliance to aviation maintenance (Part 43/145) and production (Part 21) regulations. Member of an associate team performing and coordinating a variety of quality related activities supporting HAI’s assembly, inspection, test, maintenance, and overhaul activities.

• Perform inspection and release of engines and parts, including visual inspection, borescope inspection, and basic hand measurements.
• Ensure all paperwork associated with product shipment is compliant, including creation of shipment documentation required by the customer.
• Ensure compliance of engine work plans to approved design data, incorporating engine manual changes and Service Bulletin changes for Repair Station and support of review and incorporation of Change in Design and engine drawings/specifications for Production.
• Ensure shop floor activities are executed per internally approved procedures, providing feedback when procedures can be improved for compliance or efficiency.
• Review and propose inspection methods and devices used in support of engine inspections; review device gaging for product impact when out of tolerance.
• Facilitate removal/replacement and investigation of suspect parts issued to engines, including control of physical part and documentation of condition in appropriate systems.
• Support root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation related to product escape, defect prevention, and systems/databases used to facilitate work.
• Other projects as specified by Quality Management.

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or applicable work experience.
• Part 65 FAA Powerplant mechanics license required.

• Five (5) years Repair Station or Production experience required, with at least two (2) of those five years in a Repair Station Inspection role.

• Knowledge of 14
  
  CFR Part 43 and Part 145, with knowledge of Part 21 preferred.
• Proven ability with written communication, including technical writing and presentations.
• Ability to understand design data (drawings, specifications, manuals, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to established processes.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong analysis, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge and basic understanding of tooling and gaging.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with ERP and MES products, with IFS and/or Solumina preferred.
• Ability to foster teamwork.

• Work routinely in a combination of shop floor and office environments.
• Exposure to manufacturing areas requiring personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• 20/20 corrected vision.
• Enrolled in a DOT/FAA Anti‑Drug and Alcohol Misuse program.
• May require a split or off‑shift schedule.
• Potential for periodic domestic and international travel.

• Competitive base wages.
• Paid overtime.
• Regional bonus (when applicable).
• Industry‑leading benefit plans (medical, dental, vision, Rx).
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown.
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match and additional contribution.

• Advancement opportunities.
• Career mobility.
• Education reimbursement for continued learning.
• Training and development programs.

• Lifestyle account.
• Childcare reimbursement account.
• Tuition assistance & student loan repayment.
• Elder care support.
• Wellbeing program.
• Community service and engagement programs.
• Product programs.

Honda is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.