Sr. Engineer, IPT Electrical & Avionics Systems
Lead Engineer, IPT Electrical & Avionics Systems
Support the Electrical & Avionics Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the electrical, avionics, and software engineering discipline. This position will entail
successful integration of electrical and avionics systems into current and proposed new aircraft designs.The person filling this position will be required to produce electrical drawings such as wiring diagrams, harness assemblies, schematics, and installation drawings either manually or using AutoCAD. In addition, the person will prepare documentation in support of FAA certification activities.
Create and revise system specifications, system schematics, wiring diagrams, and component installation drawings
Review equipment manufacturer installation manuals for the integration of components into the aircraft design
Research component specifications for installation into aircraft with the appropriateness of design and installation and with respect to environmental considerations
Work with internal and external customers to provide investigation, analysis, and troubleshooting, and resolution of issues
Create and Revise System Description and Requirements Documents)
Create and Revise Part 23 Certification Documentation (FHA, PSSA, SSA, AV/EL Substantiation reports, Test Plans and Reports, PSCPs, etc)
Generate high-quality test plans, reports, and substantiation documents
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
Perform other related duties as required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will not have any direct supervisory responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the following section are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows file operations and Microsoft Office and be adept at data entry into existing spreadsheets and/or creating new spreadsheets
Familiarity with 3D and 2D CAD and Schematic Design, Mentor Graphics Capital Harness and Siemens NX preferred, Fault Tree Software (Windchill Preferred)
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
Ability to be able to move in and out of the office/plant without restrictions during on-airplane troubleshooting activities
Familiarity with Garmin G3000 avionic system software and/or aircraft integration is beneficial
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form
American with Disability Act Requirements: External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.
Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non-immigrant visa, such as L-1A, L-1B, H-1B, O-1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
