Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
The M&P Engineer is responsible for development of aerospace material test plans, procedures, and processes, as well as the execution of testing and data analysis. In this role, you will act as a Subject Matter Expert within the Structures team. You will also be involved in the development of a knowledge repository database, thereby gathering, organizing, and creating a searchable database for aerospace primary structural materials.
- Competency in material selection, evaluation, and testing, as well as in-depth statistical computation and analysis
- Chemical makeup evaluation, and material selection recommendations including composites, adhesives, sealants, coatings, paints, primers, etc.
- Write and edit Cirrus Test Plans, Test Reports, and Presentations of technical data and content
- Direct and perform advanced testing on composite, metallic, and polymeric materials
- Provide engineering support to Cirrus QA / QC production and continuous improvement efforts
- Provide engineering expertise, work order planning, and execution of conformity documentation to support Manufacturing Engineering
- Act as the Lead M&P functional engineer and liaison to the Cirrus Advanced Development and Advanced Manufacturing Teams for automation and robotics
- Support production, QA, and NDT Teams with robotic programming and troubleshooting
- Create and become proficient in the use and upkeep of an aircraft structures historical database tool
- Evaluate suppliers to ensure they meet specification requirements and design intent
- Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- B.S. in Materials Science & Engineering from an ABET Accredited University Program
- Minimum 18 years (Sr. Principal) or 14 years (Principal) of engineering experience. Previous experience with composites and / or metals in a hands-on processing or technician role is highly desirable
- Minimum of 10 years experience in an R&D to Production, Materials and Process Development Team
- Advanced knowledge of process optimization / automation, robotics, and / or laser-based material surface modification
- Advanced knowledge of material testing equipment, techniques, data collection and analysis, and statistical evaluation
- Extensive experience working with or in Quality Assurance and / or LEAN Teams
- OEM or Military Aerospace, or General Aviation experience is preferred
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft office. Minitab, python, MATLAB experience a plus. Creo, SOLIDWORKS, and / or AutoCAD experience a plus.
- Robot programming experience required (e.g. ABB RobotStudio, Yaskawa MotionWorks / MotoSim, or similar).
- Language: Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
- Quality: High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Teamwork: Ability to work productively in a team environment; positive attitude and team spirit.
- Self-Reliance: Ability to work on major, long term projects with limited supervision, and direct interaction with all levels of the organization
- Professionalism: Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; Acceptance of responsibility for own actions; Integrity in following through on commitments.
- Attendance/Punctuality: Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization of time clocks.
- Dependability: Responsiveness to management direction, and ability to perform on multiple Project Teams simultaneously; Diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.
Other Duties
This opportunity is located in Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted “Best Town” by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named “Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland” and “Best Workplace Culture” by the Duluth News Tribune
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
