Engineering Architect Level 1 (Electrical Integration)

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Job Description:

Job Summary:  The Engineering Architect Level 1 (Electrical Integration) will actively participate to Specify, Design and integrate architecture and system functions on various programs and on multiple platforms (mainly H125, H130, H135, H145 and H160).

Primary Responsibilities:

Architecture and Definition:  60

• Define System/Integration architectures in accordance with engineering operation requirements as elaborated during offer phases to meet customer, airworthiness, general engineering standards and company requirements.
• Design, integrate and approve the defined solutions
• Validate design solutions by implementing simulation, modeling, predictive tools

Integration Activities:  40

• Design, develop, and review technical documents and engineering drawings needed to integrate avionics and electrical equipment, and their associated interfaces
• Provide liaison support to various internal and external customers as required for support of aircraft integration and conformity efforts (suppliers, planning, industry, quality, etc.)
• Present and communicate modifications and aircraft configuration during design reviews and other required presentations to a variety of  customers
• Design layout of aircraft modifications, zonal allocations and weight & CG impact as well as layout of  various completions and STC projects
• Develop Wiring Diagrams and wiring system requirements (including considerations of EMI/EMC requirements, antennae location/separation requirements, maintainability, etc.)

Additional Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned:       

Qualified Experience and Training:   

Education:

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent technical degree and/or relevant experience)

Preferred

• Master of Science in the above referenced degrees

Experience:

Required

• Minimum 3 (Three) of relevant experience (or verifiable demonstrated equivalent) of aircraft systems design, development, integration and certification 

Preferred

• None

Licensure/Certifications:

Required

• None

Preferred

• None

Travel Required:

• 10 Domestic and International

Citizenship:

•   US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)

Clearance:

• None

Qualified Skills: 

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required

• Avionics architecture
• Avionics system integration
• System Engineering ARP 4754
• Electrical Systems Integration (aircraft interfaces)
• Electrical harness design and manufacturing processes
• Electrical Wiring Diagram and wire-routing requirements understanding
• CAD design expertise in alignment with industry standards and best methods (e.g. : AutoCAD)
• High quality engineering drawing development capabilities in alignment with industry standards

Preferred

•   System Engineering, Do160
• Simulation

Communication Skills:

Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English

Preferred:

• Written/oral proficiency in French/German

Technical Systems Proficiency:

Required:

• Avionics and Electrical system
• Avionics system integration
• Digital literacy
• Avionics systems layout requirements and considerations

Preferred:

• None

Complexity of the Role:

Level of Decision Making:

The candidate should be capable to perform standard tasks under moderate management supervision to deliver his tasks with On Time Delivery, Cost and Quality > 90.

Transfer of knowledge: Limited to basic instruction with limited scope to less knowledgeable staff

The main tasks are:

• Establish System Requirements (From Customer, AHNA Policy, Standards, Airworthiness,)
• Define System Physical Architecture
• Define and perform integration activities

Organizational information:

Head of Design Department (Integration)

Direct Reports:

Is this a people manager?               No

of Exempt Reports:  0    

              of Non-exempt Reports:  0    

Job Dimensions:

• Will ensure the successful implementation of the contracted development in support of program requirements.
• Is accountable to independently develop documents/drawing in support of project requirements per specified procedures and within specified schedule.
• Is accountable for the completeness and accuracy of engineering documents and providing a high level of fist-time quality of own work and the work of others

Nature of Contacts:

•  Involved, negotiation type communication daily with internal and external parties.

Physical Requirements:  

• Onsite or remote:  100 Onsite except when on travel
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.  Daily
• Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.  Daily
• Speaking:  able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.  Daily
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.  Daily
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs/5kgs.  Daily
• Lifting:  able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs/5kgs.  Daily
• Pushing / Pulling:  able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.  Rarely
• Sitting:  able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.  Daily
• Squatting / Kneeling:  able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.  Infrequently
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. Daily
• Travel:  able to travel independently and at short notice. Approximately 5 - 10
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents):  able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.  Daily
• Personal Protective Equipment required:  Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
• Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

Equal Opportunity:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

As a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.  

As a matter of policy, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

NOTE:  Airbus Helicopters, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.  This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Job Posting End Date: 07.03.2024

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