Sr. Airframe Design Engineer

Sr. Airframe Design Engineer

Position Summary:

• As a member of the Product Development IPT, you will support the Airframe Design Lead Engineer in all aspects of airframe design.
• You will lead primary and secondary structural design efforts for current and future aircraft, producing CAD models, detail drawings, major and minor assembly drawings, and installation documentation.
• In this role, you may also direct the work of design engineers and cross-functional team members to develop new and modified designs that meet FAA certification requirements and company standards.

• Produce conceptual layouts, manual installation, and assembly design and detail drawings using Siemens NX computer aided design (CAD)
• Design new airframe components, assemblies, and installations
• Compose Engineering Orders (EO) to release new drawings, correct drafting/design errors, revise design, or incorporate changes/modifications to existing three dimensional models and drawings utilizing Siemens NX
• Lead and direct engineering and design personnel in the creation of new and modified designs
• Establish schedule for design/drafting tasks based upon available manpower
• Track departmental programs drawings status and coordinate team / individual drawing schedule responsibilities
• Interact with outside vendors for the purpose of hardware selection
• Coordinate design work with stress analysts, aerodynamics, manufacturing, supply management, and other team members
• Review and validate installations and components through simulation, analysis, and test data interpretation
• Support production in the troubleshooting of assembly, installation, and operational problems
• Provide technical support for Legal, Marketing and Sales, and Customer Service departments
• Participate in general IPT project meetings as required during the development of a specific project
• Support the IPT, as required, in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably Mechanical or Aerospace, with six (6) years of directly related experience, or equivalent
• General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service; including familiarity with all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly
• Proficiency in CAD modeling, best design practices, and engineering configuration management
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

• Proficiency in Siemens NX CAD and Teamcenter for configuration management
• An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23 and associated guidance material as it pertains to this technical discipline
• Knowledge of ANSI 14.5 or GD&T practices