Design Engineer

LAUNCH Professional Services is seeking a Design Engineer for an opportunity in Seattle, WA

The individual will design PMA parts for aircraft parts per FAA AC 21.303 through reverse engineering practices and coordination with internal and external teams.  They will ensure that designs are consistent with functional performance and safety requirements for the aircraft or engine system installation.   .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and research part function, failure modes, and operating conditions to develop part and systems
• Develop and review design data to ensure it meets FAA certification standards, including dimensional, material, process, etc. definition
• Research and develop the failure mode and effects analysis to support criticality classification
• Provide engineering support for procurement, manufacturing, receiving, and certification of parts
• Create/support technical documents using FAA guidelines and regulations
• Work with Designated Engineering Reps to deliver complete design and certification packages to the FAA 

Qualifications

• Three to five years of relevant PMA design work experience required (design, certification, manufacturing, quality)
• Skilled in Design of PMA engineering/documentation
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Experience with aircraft components and systems is required
• CAD/3D modeling design experience required
• Familiarity with aerospace specifications and processes required
• Proficient with SolidWorks, MS Office applications, and basic AutoCAD knowledge required
• Shop time or other hands-on experience is preferred
• Experience in reverse engineering is required
• Understanding and familiarity with FAA standards is and desired for potential cerfication role in the futuer preferred
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Must be eligible to work for any US employer, sponsorship not available including OPT (occupational practical training)

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.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.