Sr. Engineer, IPT - Propulsion & Mechanical Systems

Company: Piper Aircraft
Location: Vero Beach
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:Support the Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the propulsion and mechanical systems discipline. This position will entail Computer Aided Design (CAD) modeling, drawing creation and maintenance, mechanical systems analysis, test planning and reporting, and general shop-floor and experimental hangar coordination for propulsion installation and mechanical systems installations and functionality.
KEY JOB FUNCTIONS - PROJECT CONCEPT DEFINITION PHASE:

• Produce installation layouts, component designs, solid models, drawings, engineering orders (EOs) and specifications to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification and Company standards
• Review data and support the process of selecting vendors for the purchase of components that meet specifications and design intent
• Understand program requirements and create designs to fulfill the program requirements
• Support the IPT in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
• Perform other related duties as required
  OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS - PROJECT EXECUTION PHASE:
  • Prepare engineering data for FAA certification such as specifications, test plans, substantiation reports, and design configuration documents
  • Review and validate installations and components through simulation, analysis, and test data interpretation
  • Support production and/or experimental hangar personnel in the troubleshooting of assembly and operational problems
  • Be knowledgeable and able to represent the PPMS discipline in various program reviews and flight test briefings
  • Perform other related duties as required
    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    Required:
    • Bachelor's' Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering
    • Minimum of seven (7) years' experience with propulsion and/or mechanical systems installation development and certification
    • An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23
    • General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, analysis, testing, approval, as well as hands-on knowledge of FAA certification procedures and regulations, is required to perform the duties of this position
    • Proficiency in CAD modeling and design practices using Siemens NX and engineering configuration management using Teamcenter
      Preferred:
      • Pilot experience, airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic, and/or understanding of flight crew duties and responsibilities is beneficial

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