Avionics Engineer

Position Summary

Provide expedient engineering support in an aircraft modification production environment to provide avionics repair designs, and coordination of design engineering issues on fixed wing aircraft. Support internal and external customers (e.g. production personnel, suppliers, materials, quality, design), as well as to other engineers. Act as liaison between the shop floor and design / certification engineering personnel.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement:

• Liaison engineering support (repair design, analysis, calculations, drawings, and certification).

• Identify gaps between requirements, design, manufacturing, and operations.

• Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues.

• Works with own initiative in problem solving without appreciable direction; work is reviewed and approved by cognizant engineers, or DERs.

• Collaborate with Engage various engineering, manufacturing, and product support teams to complete designs.

• Participate in design reviews.

• Prepare engineering reports and presentations.

Competency Statements

• Demonstrable experience and or understanding of aircraft operations and Government contracting.

• Demonstrable experience and or understanding of KA350 integration and production.

• Demonstrable experience with known DoD ISR/EW integration kits.

• Excellent communication skills, verbally and in written format, for briefing and presentation delivery to program employees, management, and customers.

• Comprehensive understanding of company philosophy and processes.

• High level of learning, strategic thinking, team building, conflict resolution and time management.

• Must be able to take initiative and work independently.

• Ability to interact with internal and external customers.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some physical abilities may be required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shift may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.

Facility Location: OKC - Wiley Post/Remote

Travel

Travel requirements are: 0-10%

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Education: BS in Engineering

Experience: 5 years within the aviation industry with an emphasis on aircraft modification, avionics systems and repairs, MRO/Liaison/MRB Engineering etc.

Working knowledge in a broad range of engineering subjects including manufacturing and Federal Aviation Regulation Part 23.

Strong understanding of FARs, SB"s, AD's, and Advisory Circulars.

Preferred candidates will also have a proficient background in avionics, safety-critical electronic systems, and/or flight control systems.

Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products (specifically Word, Project, Teams, and Excel) and basic AutoCAD or SolidWorks experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Education: BS in Engineering

Experience: 10 years within the aviation industry with an emphasis on aircraft modification, avionics systems and repairs, MRO/Liaison/MRB Engineering etc.

Working knowledge in a broad range of engineering subjects including manufacturing and Federal Aviation Regulation Part 23.

Strong understanding of FARs, SB"s, AD's, and Advisory Circulars.

Preferred candidates will also have a proficient background in avionics, safety-critical electronic systems, and/or flight control systems.

Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance.

Must have good command of the English language; oral and written.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Employee must be a US citizen.

Employees must be able to hold and maintain a Secret (or higher) Clearance Level.

Employees must be able to rent a vehicle and be in possession of a valid US Driver's license.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Other Duties

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 job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.