Engineer, IPT – Electrical / Avionics (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering
Engineer, IPT – Electrical / Avionics
Support the Electrical & Avionics Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the electrical, avionics, and software engineering discipline. This position will entail
successful integration of electrical and avionics systems into current and proposed new aircraft designs. The person filling this position will be required to produce electrical drawings such as wiring diagrams, harness assemblies, schematics, and installation drawings either manually or using AutoCAD. In addition, the person will prepare documentation in support of FAA certification activities.
Create and revise system specifications, system schematics, wiring diagrams, and component installation drawings
Review equipment manufacturer installation manuals for the integration of components into the aircraft design
Research component specifications for installation into aircraft with the appropriateness of design and installation and with respect to environmental considerations
Work with internal and external customers to provide investigation, analysis, and troubleshooting, and resolution of issues
Create and Revise System Description and Requirements Documents
Support the creation of Part 23 Certification Documentation (FHA, PSSA, SSA, AV/EL Substantiation reports, Test Plans and Reports, PSCPs, etc…)
Generate test plans, reports, and substantiation documents
Support the IPT, as required, in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
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:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience with electrical and / or avionics system installation development and certification
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows file operations and Microsoft Office and be adept at data entry into existing spreadsheets and/or creating new spreadsheets
Proficiency in CAD modeling and design practices using Siemens NX and engineering configuration management using Teamcenter
Hands-on experience using Mentor Graphics Capital Harness
Familiarity with Schematic Design
Preferred:
An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23 and associated guidance material as it pertains to this technical discipline
Fault Tree Software (Windchill Preferred)
Ability to be able to move in and out of the office/plant without restrictions during on-airplane troubleshooting activities
Familiarity with Garmin G1000 / G3000 avionic system software and/or aircraft integration
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form
