Essential Job Functions Provide engineering guidance and technical direction for engineers, designers and draftsmen involved in the design, installation and support of various powerplant and mechanical systems. Utilize Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) systems and hand drafting to review conceptual layouts and detail, assembly, and installation drawings for the powerplant and mechanical systems. Participate either directly or indirectly in the preparation of engineering layouts, Computer Aided Design (CAD) models, installation and system designs, Engineering Orders (EOs), work orders, specifications, Purchased Item Approval Form (PIAF) and other design data. Prepare, review and approve Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) / Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) engineering data such as project specific certification plans (PSCPs), test plans, test results, substantiation reports, service bulletins, conformity requests, specifications, drawings, etc. in the FAA certification process. Provide engineering expertise, design guidance and supervision to Engineers, Design Engineers and Draftsmen to ensure engineering drawings reflect intended design and changes to the design. Apply analytical problem-solving techniques in the reduction and interpretation of engineering data towards accomplishing the intended design criteria. Function as a liaison with Experimental, Manufacturing, Methods, Tooling, and Purchasing departments to aid in the interpretation of engineering drawings and correct design deficiencies to ensure a smooth introduction of a new design into production. Includes developing dispositions for deviations on Non-Conformance (NC). Coordinate with vendors and purchasing department to select and integrate vendor supplied components in the aircraft. Delegate job assignments to junior engineers and engineering interns as required. Supply man-hour estimates of design and drafting projects. Provide technical support for Legal, Marketing and Sales, and Customer Service departments. Perform other related duties as required. |