Sr. Engineer, IPT - Propulsion & Mechanical Systems

Sr. Engineer, IPT – Propulsion & Mechanical Systems

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Support the Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the propulsion and mechanical systems discipline. This position will entail Computer Aided Design (CAD) modeling, drawing creation and maintenance, mechanical systems analysis, test planning and reporting, and general shopfloor and experimental hangar coordination for propulsion installation and mechanical systems installations and functionality.

• Produce installation layouts, component designs, solid models, drawings, engineering orders (EOs) and specifications to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification and Company standards
• Prepare engineering data for FAA certification such as specifications, test plans, substantiation reports, and design configuration documents
• Review data and support the process of selecting vendors for the purchase of components that meet specifications and design intent
• Review and validate installations and components through simulation, analysis, and test data interpretation
• Support production and/or experimental hangar personnel in the troubleshooting of assembly and operational problems
• Understand program requirements and create designs to fulfill the program requirements
• Support the IPT in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
• Be knowledgeable and able to represent the PPMS discipline in various program reviews and flight test briefings
• Perform other related duties as required

This position will not have any direct supervisory responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the following section are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience with propulsion and/or mechanical systems installation development and certification
• An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23
• General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, analysis, testing, approval, as well as hands‑on knowledge of FAA certification procedures and regulations, is required to perform the duties of this position
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and design practices using Siemens NX and engineering configuration management using Teamcenter

Preferred:

• Pilot experience, airframe and power plant (A&P) mechanic, and/or understanding of flight crew duties and responsibilities is beneficial

The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in written and oral form.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)