Mechanical Engineer
LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking an Electrical Egnineerfor an opportunity in Lake Charles, LA.
The Aircraft Mechanical Systems Engineer performs engineering work including design, analysis, substantiation, certification, drawing interpretation and project management related to maintenance, modification and repair of transport category aircraft. Provides or coordinates engineering drawings related to aircraft systems and components in support of VVIP / VIP aircraft completions.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and analyze aircraft systems and components, typically in support aircraft interior modifications and avionics upgrades (STC projects).
- Prepare engineering reports, Engineering Authorization (EAs), drawings, analysis, and test plans.
- Develop cabin modification/installation work instruction, procedures and recommendations.
- Coordinate and monitor mechanical and systems aspects of project schedule with project managers.
- Monitor and support kit development and parts suppliers (internal and external) requirements.
- Support mechanical aspects of proposal development.
- Coordinate with foreign and domestic approval authorities and their representatives for any necessary assistance and/or approvals.
- Work within engineering team to delegate and assign work to appropriate team members.
- Applies area of specialty to design, develop and implement creative and innovative solutions to difficult problems.
- Strive for continuous process improvements and increasing efficiencies in execution and delivery with safety as a priority.
- Maintain close and frequent communication with the Director of Engineering/Chief Engineer, notifying him/her of progress and any road-blocks or threats to the project’s critical path that could impact re-delivery.
- Deal with Customers in a cordial, respectful and professional manner, and to see to it that all personnel behave accordingly.
- To lead by example at all times; through professional behavior, integrity, commitment to the company and compliance with its policies.
- Ensure the highest quality service, safety standards and performance, with the objective of exceeding customer satisfaction in the re-delivery of airworthy, reliable and clean aircraft, in a timely manner.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering.
5+ years of experience in Aviation Mechanical Engineering, including experience in the design, certification and modification of aircraft systems. - Experience with certification processes and requirements including Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), Organizational Design Authority (ODA), and other regulatory certification and airworthiness requirements.
- Engineering process experience with VIP and VVIP completions for narrow and wide body aircraft.
- Experience with AutoCad, SolidWorks, or other engineering design software applications
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.
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