Powerplant & Mechanical Systems Engineer

Position: Powerplant & Mechanical Systems Engineer I
Job Description
Powerplant & Mechanical Systems 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:

Powerplant & Mechanical Systems Engineer I

Position Summary

Provide engineering for the design, installation and support of new and modified power plant and mechanical systems. Assist in preparing certification reports. Provide technical support for Customer Service, Production, Purchasing and Legal departments.

Essential Job Functions

• Produce details parts, assemblies, and installations using a combination of solid models, NX or mylar drawings, engineering orders (EOs), and/or engineering work orders.

• Familiarization of standard industry hardware (AS, NAS, MS, etc) and fabrication of parts and assemblies using a combination of aerospace materials, sheet metal forming, and/or machining processes.

• Ability to evaluate material specifications (metals, rubbers, plastics, greases, etc) to determine correct use of material for the design application, operating environment, and system performance requirements.

• Troubleshoot production issues that arise during aircraft build, system checkout procedures, and flight testing to determine the best corrective action with consideration to system functionality, cost, and schedule.

• Define criteria to aide in the development and validation of part design such as inspections and test plans.

• Coordinate projects with various departments (structures, methods, manufacturing, FAA ODA, etc) and incorporate feedback to ensure new or revised designs satisfy all company and FAA requirements.

• Evaluate component and system level performance to determine replacement options for part obsolescence.

• Other job 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 of Science in Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent with 0-3 years of experience working with aircraft systems, including but not limited to propulsion, propeller, fuel, fuel quantity, fire detection, flight control, pitot/static, environmental control, cabin pressure control, oxygen, hydraulic, brake and/or anti-ice/de-ice systems.

• Working knowledge of CAD software, specifically Siemens NX and Teamcenter, is preferred.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, are required.

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 needs and expectations.

Working Conditions

• The work…