Senior Engineer

Overview of the Position:

Oversee the design and certification of FAA approved aftermarket aircraft parts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design of commercial aircraft aftermarket parts by reverse engineering.

• If required, may use standard measurement tools such as a micrometer or caliper to gather dimensional data.

• Create 3D CAD models and dimensional data reports from reverse engineering data.

• Create manufacturing drawings of aftermarket parts from dimensional reports, material analysis, and available technical data.

• Manage multiple reverse engineering projects simultaneously.

• Create reports and data packages to be submitted to the FAA for certification.

• Check engineering drawings and FAA reports for accuracy and completeness.

• Provide engineering group training in specialized areas.

• Provide support to purchasing and sales with travel to suppliers and customers.

• Provide technical support for the material review board (MRB) and the continuous operational safety group (COS).

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Detail oriented.

• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite.

• Familiar with ASME Y14.5 dimension and geometric tolerance standards.

• Familiar with manufacturing methods and processes related to the creation of precision machine parts such as gears, bearings, seals, etc.

• Demonstrated design experience of mechanical or electrical components.

• Experience with 3D CAD modeling, with Solid Works experience required.

• Experience with FAA certification process of PMA parts.

• Experience with FAA regulatory guidance applicable to PMA parts.

• Demonstrated skills and expertise in several specialty areas of aerospace design.