Aircraft Design Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

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:

Interior Design & Structural Integration Engineer II

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Engineer II is primarily responsible for modeling and drafting new or modified designs that meet FAA certification and company requirements, in addition to providing limited technical guidance and peer review of design data.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Provide technical and creative guidance regarding the creation of new and modified designs that are complementary of the overall interior style, minimize weight and cost, and comply with all applicable regulatory requirement

· Participate in developing original concepts for new interiors as well as re-designed existing interiors

· Design interior details, assemblies, and installations including cabin side panels, tables, overheads, carpeting and padding, cabin insulation, consoles, instrument panels, glare shields, stowage compartments, placards, bezels, seats, etc.

· Produce conceptual layout, installation, assembly, and detail drawings using NX and Teamcenter

· Review and check models, drawings, reports, coordination memos of fellow Interior Design Engineers to verify they are accurate, producible, and consistent with project requirements.

· Compose Engineering Orders (EO) to revise design, or incorporate changes/modifications to existing three dimensional models and drawings utilizing Siemens NX

· Interact with outside suppliers for the purpose of hardware, fastener, and material selection while maximizing the usage of existing off-the-shelf components wherever practical

· Coordinate design work with Structural Design, Structural Analysis, Sales/Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Management, and other teams

· Support Production and Customer Support in the troubleshooting of assembly, installation, and operational challenges

· 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

· Requires Bachelor degree in engineering, preferably mechanical or aerospace

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering position. General aviation related experience in design required, preferably in aerospace or aircraft manufacturing environment

· General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, testing, approval, manufacturing, inspection and service, materials and material strengths, manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly, working knowledge of Siemens NX, 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

· General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service, all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly

· 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 environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and manufacturing environments. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity

· Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives

· Travel and overtime are required when necessary

Operational Excellence

· Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs

Quality Assurance

· Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance

· Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies

· Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures

Compliance

· Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function

· Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices

· Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values

· Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures

· Knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective

Communicates Effectively

· Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form

· Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers

Decision Quality

· Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables

Optimizes Work Processes

· Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Attention to Detail

· Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks

Drives Results

· Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances

Teamwork

· Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results

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.

Americans with Disabilities 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.

I have been provided a copy of my job description and acknowledge my position assignment as follows:

Employee Name: _______________________________ ID#_____________

Employee Signature Date

Supervisor Signature Date