Sustaining Engineer

Responsibilities

• For issues within service aircraft, conducts investigations to determine root cause and proposes resolutions including design, process, or specification changes
• Implements engineering changes to existing designs to address field issues, manufacturing issues, parts obsolescence, qualification, and product improvements
• Reviews, researches, and conducts analysis leading to disposition of Material Review Records (MRRs)
• Assists with investigating and addressing Continued Operational Safety items
• Ensures issues which may affect flight safety are prioritized
• Proposes changes to reduce the occurrence of MRRs
• Contributes to the content of Service bulletins, Service letters, Kits, and Manuals
• Analyzes fleet and individual aircraft data to identify trends allowing for early detection and resolution of quality and service issues
• Conducts Minor Change projects including designing, developing, integrating, and verifying structures, components, mechanical systems, and assemblies
• Conducts analysis of loads and stress to inform design decisions
• Creates detail, assembly, and installation design definitions using CAD software
• Identifies, plans, and conducts tests for components, assemblies, and aircraft in the laboratory, ground, and flight test environment as necessary, including test planning, conformity, instrumentation, test conduct, data analysis, and issue resolution
• Validates that designs meet customer expectations, design objectives, and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 27
• Interfaces with suppliers to identify solutions to problems, establish requirements, and ensure requirements are satisfied
• Maintains a presence on the factory floor and repair station to ensure rapid engineering response to issues
• Reports project status, schedules, and risks
• Develops processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the work

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field or equivalent professional work experience
• Understanding of civil aircraft certification requirements
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, structures, and systems engineering concepts as applied to helicopters
• Proven self‑starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong problem‑solving skills
• Excellent academic record
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented, positive attitude, and ability to work well with others
• Ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities
• Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills to drive issues to closure and provide clear insight to company leadership

• Master’s degree in a related engineering field
• Previous experience conducting Post‑production, Product Support, and Manufacturing engineering activities
• FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or ODA Unit Member (UM)

We offer our team members opportunities for professional development, training, and learning. Our performance management system is structured to provide opportunities for career‑focused development. Career development is supported with a great tuition reimbursement program.

Robinson Helicopter Company offers salary increases twice a year. We provide comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you start employment with RHC. Our supplemental plans include voluntary life insurance and pet insurance. RHC offers a competitive 401(k) plan.

Robinson Helicopter Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.