Repair Development Engineer- Able Aerospace Services, Inc.
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The repair development engineer is responsible for designing extended repairs to restore airworthiness in aircraft components and assemblies that were otherwise deemed scrap. Write work instructions for operations to carry out the manufacturing processes required. Justify the repairs through use of engineering analysis and tools such as hand calculations, finite element analysis, and other methods. Coordinate with approving agencies to gain approval/certification of the repairs. Adhere to and improve the quality standards used in the aerospace industry as well as Textron Aviation.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Expand Able Aerospace Services capability and business by developing expanded repairs
Design repair manufacturing requirements for operations to execute based on industry standard practices
Develop engineering justifications/analysis to support the airworthiness of the components and gain approval through various agencies such as the FAA, EASA, JCAB, etc.
Manage repair development projects through planning, coordination, reporting, and ownership of goals and deadlines
Perform peer review of repair documents and justifications
Collaborate with team to facilitate improvement of skills and experience
Help resolve technical issues that may be found within productions or engineering
Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Technical writing expertise
Requires self-starter skills and the ability to investigate the problem statement for each condition, part, and proposed solution
Ability to thrive in a team environment that requires peer reviews and cross-functional sharing of info
Technical and operational understanding of various maintenance operation processing techniques, and mechanical systems
Knowledgeable in computer applications relating to the job including, Microsoft Office Suite, CAD/CAM software, and other aerospace applications
Project management skills including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver timely results
Able to run analytical justifications through hand calculations. FEA software experience is a plus
Understanding of production processes, OEM manual data, and proper use of GD&T
Able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Good communication skills including written and verbal
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: ABLE
Primary Location: US-Arizona-Mesa
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 03/06/2026, 10:23:18 AM
Job Number: 340102
