Structural Design Engineer

Position: Structural Design Engineer I
Job Description
Structural Design Engineer I (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS, CONDITIONS, AND COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the listed items satisfactorily

Job Title:

Structural Design Engineer I

Position Summary

Prepare drawings, Engineering Orders (EO), and specifications in a standardized format for use by Manufacturing in reproducing a product which will be in conformance to approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type data, adhering to Records and Release procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Model conceptual layouts and proposed design changes in Siemens NX (CAD)

• Modify existing drawings, both CAD and manual, to correct errors and implement new designs

• Create new CAD drawings using Siemens NX (CAD)

• Construct and manage design packages using Teamcenter

• Use best practices to design detail parts and assemblies (mostly sheet metal) that are low cost and easy to install or service

• Determine appropriate standard hardware, utilizing stocked items when able or sourcing specialty hardware as required

• Coordinate with other departments (Systems, avionics/electrical, etc) to meet program milestones and release drawings according to the project schedule

• Work on projects that span multiple areas of focus including wing, fuselage, empennage, interiors, seats, landing gear, placards, etc

• Support manufacturing and experimental hangar as required during build and testing of product improvements

• Research existing parts and structure in areas that may not have CAD models

• Facilitate design review sessions for cross-functional coordination

• Some project management required including project scope creation and recommendations, progress tracking, and completion estimations

• Perform other related duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. May be required to train and assist other employees, effectively partnering and collaborating on department and cross-functional organizational initiatives.

Minimum Position Qualifications

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

Education and Experience

• Bachelor degree in engineering or technology, (preferably mechanical or aerospace)

• General aviation related experience in airframe, mechanical drafting, or design preferred.

• General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, testing, approval, manufacturing, inspection and service; materials and material strengths, all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly; working knowledge of Siemens NX (CAD); and familiarity with FAR 23 and certification are required to perform the duties of this position.

• Working knowledge of Windows based computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.

Mental Demands

• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer…