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Sr. Engineer, Interior Design & Structural Integration

The Senior Engineer will play a critical role in all activities of Interior Design Engineering and liaise with cross-functional team members in the creation of new and modified designs that meet FAA certification and company requirements. This position will interface with Sales & Marketing regarding timing and feasibility of new designs and interior enhancements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide technical and creative guidance regarding the creation of new and modified designs that are complementary of the overall interior style, minimize weight and cost, and comply with all applicable regulatory requirement

Participate in developing original concepts for new interiors as well as re-designed existing interiors

Design interior details, assemblies, and installations including cabin side panels, tables, overheads, carpeting and padding, cabin insulation, consoles, instrument panel glare shields, stowage compartments, placards, bezels, seats, etc.

Produce conceptual layout, installation, assembly, and detail drawings using NX and Teamcenter

Track departmental programs drawings status and keep designers apprised of drawing schedule responsibilities

Assist in establishing schedules for design/drafting tasks based upon existing resources

Plan and coordinate the work of Interior Design Engineers in support of successful execution of interior projects

Review and check models, drawings, reports, coordination memos of fellow Interior Design Engineers to verify they are accurate, producible, and consistent with project requirements.

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

Interact with outside suppliers for the purpose of hardware, fastener, and material selection while maximizing the usage of existing off-the-shelf components wherever practical

Coordinate design work with Structural Design, Structural Analysis, Sales/Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Management, and other teams

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

Support Production and Customer Support in the troubleshooting of assembly, installation, and operational challenges

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

Perform other related duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. May be required to train and assist other employees, effectively partnering and collaborating on department and cross-functional organizational initiatives.

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

Requires Bachelor degree in engineering, preferably mechanical or aerospace

Minimum of 7 years of experience in an engineering position. General aviation related experience in design required, preferably in aerospace or aircraft manufacturing environment

General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, testing, approval, manufacturing, inspection and service, materials and material strengths, manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly, working knowledge of Siemens NX, and familiarity with FAR 23 and certification are required to perform the duties of this position

Working knowledge of Windows based computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.

Mental Demands

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

Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations

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 manufacturing 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

Knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Companys need to achieve its business objective

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