Cabin Engineer Lead

Cabin Engineer Lead

Selectek has partnered with a growing aviation client in the Indianapolis, IN Metro area that is looking for a Cabin Engineer Lead to design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems components needed to support Aircraft interior modifications.

Performs a variety of aircraft cabin/interiors engineering work including drawing interpretation, design and substantiation as related to transport category aircraft cabin interior modifications.

What you will be responsible for:

• Research new technology (material and manufacturing processes) for use in seating and interior products for the development of new lightweight and cost-efficient products.
• Design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems and components, typically in support of aircraft interior modifications (STC projects) including integration of seats, monuments, PSUs, flooring, emergency equipment, sidewall/dado/ceiling panels, windows, stowage bins and placards.
• Work independently to gather data and input on the development of original designs or adaptations of existing designs after having been given general instructions regarding scope and parameters.
• Coordinate and monitor cabin interiors aspects of project schedule with project managers and cabin engineers.
• Prepare cabin interior modification/installation/fabrication drawings, engineering reports and work instructions. Support cabin engineers with assignments and skills development as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and presentations with suppliers, customers, and various internal departments to obtain input on, agreement with, and understanding of project objectives and schedules.
• Troubleshoot aircraft issues during STC prototype and post STC using standard testing tools and methods.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 10%).

Required:

• 5+ years of engineering design or analysis experience.
• Experience with commercial aircraft (Airbus or Boeing).
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs - from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) as they apply to transport category aircraft.
• Familiarity with the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) process.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and technical publications (i.e.:
  Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC).
• Experience creating engineering details, assemblies and installation drawings using AutoCAD/Inventor, Solid Works or other standard engineering drawing convention.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000+ / Salary with Bonus of 10
-15% of salary based on profit. They get a 3% annual cost of living raise.

Company Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Location of job:
Indianapolis IN 46241 (Basically right at IND (Indianapolis International Airport)

Hours and shift:
Monday to Friday, 8AM-5PM (flexible)

Work from home:
Can work from home on special occasions (kid is sick, contractor coming to house, etc; Maybe 3 days a month)

Working remote:
No

Travel: 5 – 10% Domestic and Internationally

Work attire:
Casual

Does the client require a background check and drug screen? Yes Please contact Lizzie Johns at  or  for more information.