Aeronautical Engineer

SUMMARY: engineering supporting heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MROs. Acts as Supervisor over technicians to ensure airworthiness of heavy commercial aircraft.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering Authorizations) and guidance for aircraft issues that exceed published limits for structural damage including sheet metal and composite repairs. This often includes performing a structural analysis.
• Providing work deviation authorization, interpretation of service documents & Engineering Orders.
• Providing options for repairing versus replacing a part to minimize financial impact.
• Providing aircraft system trouble shooting assistance to Base Maintenance and delegation of duties to junior technicians.
• Attending daily production meeting and pre-induction meeting to ensure timely support.
• Providing on-site engineering assistance for significantly damaged line aircraft as required.
• Coordinating events/issues with Engineering Fleet Groups for additional action, troubleshooting and follow-up.
• Monitoring trends and recurring discrepancies requiring corrective action. Developing Typical Repairs and manual supplement to eliminate repetitive BA requests.

EDUCATION:

• BS Degree (or higher) in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering
• Two plus (2+) years in specific technical discipline
• FAA licensing

Required Unique Skills:

• Ability to perform structural analysis to substantiate repairs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Self-motivated, conscientious and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Knowledge of FARs, FAA policies, and vendor manual (AMM, IPC, CMM)
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule to meet internal customers needs
• Aircraft/airline/MRO aviation engineering experience desired

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