Summary:
Oversees, guides, and directs staff members engaged in the creation, verification, and distribution of electrical and avionics engineering work products. These items include (but are not limited to) drawings, electronic models, technical reports, product specifications, test reports, and manufacturing specifications. Works collaboratively personally, or through assigned staff, with manufacturing, supply chain, and other associated team members engaged in the production and delivery of the designed product. Works closely with government regulators, auditors, and other personnel engaged similarly in military programs. Serves as a key leader of the engineering team and should be skilled in the creation and administration of work plans.
- Develop new electrical and avionics design concepts. Analyze new designs/concepts and communicate them to the customer and other functional organizations. Provide technical support to the Lead Engineer or Program Manager with respect to project deliverables, adherence to schedule, and in providing overall project status. Develop and design electrical power supply requirements at a system level to support STCs and Field Approvals. Modify existing off-the-shelf products to comply with company needs and produce documentation of modifications.
- Support design modifications, Engineering Change Orders, general analysis, hardware testing and prototype development. Develops Project Logistics Plans and supports design reviews and meetings as required.
- Help develop cost estimates, safety assessments, failure modes and effects analyses, electrical load analysis, maintenance instructions, installation instructions, flight manual supplements, and wiring interface schematics
- Prepare (or assist in the preparation of) supplemental design information related to the product. These items include cost estimates, safety assessments, failure modes and effects analyses, electrical load analysis, maintenance instructions, installation instructions, flight manual supplements, and wiring interface schematics.
- Provides support for certification activities by assisting with the preparation and coordination of documents and technical issues related to the certification of ODA and/or FAA STC projects and FAA Field Approvals. Ability to take electrical design concepts from the design phase to the manufacturing phase. Work with the Certification Team and ODA as needed to develop electrical and avionics concepts according to FAA Regulations.
- Assist (and possibly direct) installation activities, planning installation/repair modification data in drawing packages; Draft wiring diagrams to facilitate installation in aircraft according to FAA Regulations and MIL specifications
- Generate electrical drawings, and wiring schematics using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
Supervisory Responsibilities
This is a lead engineering role, and the candidate is responsible for serving as a team leader. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, firing, and compensation plan development.
Qualifications, Experience & Education
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university; and seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 7-10 years of previous experience directly related to aircraft electrical/avionics systems preferred
- Understanding of FAA certification processes, aircraft operations, and electrical/communication and navigation systems
- Ability to Interpret and use aircraft manufacturer's maintenance manuals, equipment installation instructions, and wiring diagrams
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
- Ability to multi-task efficiently, works in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects and has strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- Prior technical knowledge, training, and experience in AutoCAD strongly preferred