Sr Engineer, IPT - Propulsion & Mechanical Systems (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering
Sr. Engineer, IPT Propulsion & Mechanical Systems
DEPARTMENT | GRADE | REPORTS TO |
4126 | M6 | Lead Engineer, IPT - PPMS |
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
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Bachelors 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 powerplant (A&P) mechanic, and/or understanding of flight crew duties and responsibilities is beneficial
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form
American with Disability Act Requirements: External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.
Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non-immigrant visa, such as L-1A, L-1B, H-1B, O-1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
