Job Title: Sr Engineer, IPT – Airframe Design

Position Summary:

Support the Airframe Design Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the aiframe design engineering discipline. This position will entail primary and secondary structural design aspects for integration into current and proposed new aircraft designs. The person filling this position will be required to produce CAD models, detail drawings, minor and major assembly drawings, and installation drawings, and may also be required to direct the activities of design engineers and cross-functional team members in the creation of new and modified designs that meet FAA certification and company requirements.

Essential Job Functions

Produce conceptual layouts, manual installation, and assembly design and detail drawings using Unigraphics / Siemens NX computer aided design (CAD)

Design new airframe components, assemblies, and installations

Compose Engineering Orders (EO) to correct drafting/design errors, revise design, or incorporate changes/modifications to existing three dimensional models and drawings utilizing Siemens NX.

Lead and direct engineering and design personnel in the creation of new and modified designs

Establish schedule for design/drafting tasks based upon available manpower

Track departmental programs drawings status and coordinate team / individual drawing schedule responsibilities

Interact with outside vendors for the purpose of hardware selection

Coordinate design work with stress analysts, aerodynamics, manufacturing, supply management, and other team members

Review and validate installations and components through simulation, analysis, and test data interpretation

Support production in the troubleshooting of assembly, installation, and operational problems

Provide technical support for Legal, Marketing and Sales, and Customer Service departments

Participate in general IPT project meetings as required during the development of a specific project

Support the IPT, as required, in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably Mechanical or Aerospace, with 6+ years of directly-related experience

General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service; including familiarity with all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly

Proficiency with 3D using Unigraphics / Siemens NX

General knowledge of engineering configuration management using Teamcenter

Preferred:

An understanding and working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 23 and associated guidance material as it pertains to this technical discipline is preferred

Knowledge of ANSI 14.5 or GD&T practices preferred

Physical Demands

Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform and accomplish tasks. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.

Mental Demands

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, to include Excel proficiency

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and plant environments. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.

Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.

Travel and overtime are required when necessary.

Operational Excellence

Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

Quality Assurance

Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance.

Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies.

Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.

Compliance

Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.

Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.

Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Communicates Effectively

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.

Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.

Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Attention to Detail

Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.

Drives Results

Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.

Teamwork

Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.