Location: Aurora, OR Type: Full-Time, Onsite Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Take on the exciting challenge of improving and sustaining innovative aviation products! As a Sustaining Engineer , you’ll focus on optimizing existing aircraft designs and manufacturing processes to ensure exceptional quality, performance, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, solve complex challenges, and play a key role in driving continuous improvement.

• Identify, analyze, and resolve design and manufacturing issues to ensure high-quality production.
• Evaluate non-conforming parts and processes, maintaining compliance with rigorous industry standards.

• Assess and replace obsolete materials and components, ensuring high performance and quality.
• Develop and execute validation test programs adhering to industry standards (Military, SAE, RTCA DO-160).
• Collaborate on internal and external testing efforts and document results thoroughly.

• Conduct tolerance stack-up analyses to validate design functionality.
• Perform MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) calculations for legacy and updated components.
• Prepare technical documentation and communicate effectively with regulatory authorities and customers.

• Support cross-functional teams and resolve 8D investigations to enhance quality and production efficiency.
• Train production associates and mentor interns and new engineers on best practices.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred candidates will have hands-on experience).

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering prints, GD&T, routings, and bills of materials.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and specifications (MIL, SAE, RTCA, EN).
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical properties of engineering materials.
• Knowledge of fabrication, assembly, and testing processes, including tooling and equipment.

• Strong analytical skills for data collection and problem-solving.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma tools, and 8D methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to estimate costs for components, assemblies, and tooling.

• 70 office work, 20 standing, and 10 walking/lifting on the shop floor.
• Requires occasional business travel (approximately 10).
• Balanced hands-on and office-based responsibilities.

• Paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Access to an employee flying club.

• Join a team committed to continuous improvement and industry leadership.
• Collaborate across departments in a role that directly impacts aviation innovation.

Bring your engineering expertise to a team shaping the future of aviation. If you’re passionate about problem-solving and driving improvements in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Take flight in your career and apply now!