Description

Position Summary: Responsible for management of all technical activities on assigned projects, as it pertains to IFE/Electrical or Actuation systems. Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates assigned electrical engineering work; monitors work for compliance to applicable Airframe requirements, IFE supplier requirements, customer requirements, accepted engineering practices, as well as RECARO standards; ensures effective communication and coordination on assigned projects between all disciplines and all other project participants. Responsible and accountable to ensure that all assigned personnel are coordinating their activities with other project participants and that the requirements of the contract are being satisfied. Maintains capacity and training plans for all direct report personnel, forecasts capacity expansion and addition of new skills and capabilities as required, in accordance with the company strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• The management of all Electrical Systems Engineering functions of the Design Organization, including Electrical Engineers, Design Engineers and Designers. 
• Oversee the development, documentation, implementation and continual improvement of the Electrical Systems Engineering processes. Measure the effectiveness of the relevant Platform Engineering processes through the tracking of Key Performance Indicators. Devise and implement corrective action measures to correct issues as they arise as reflected by the KPIs.
• Structure the assigned Electrical Systems Engineering team members and other personnel to ensure clear responsibilities and accountability, as well as optimum efficiency and productivity. Manage and participate in the hiring and training of new Electrical Systems Engineering Personnel as well as provide thorough and objective performance evaluations of all direct reports.
• Continuously analyze, communicate and plan the capacity requirements, in light of current and anticipated workload for the Electrical Systems Engineering team.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding and current knowledge of the technical requirements driving the development of the RECARO Aircraft Seating products, including requirements from the OEMs and other regulatory authorities.
• Ensure all processes and procedures are documented, in compliance with the company’s ISO9001/AS9100 certification. Represents Company in internal and external audits to demonstrate compliance to regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with the department and program budgets once approved.
• Work in close cooperation with Platform Engineering Manager and other internal departments to plan and ensure proper and timely Engineering support for customer and development programs, and resolve any issues as they arise. Ensure that Engineering tasks are clearly understood and fulfilled on schedule and within budget.
• Work closely with the Sales team to prepare the customer offers and provide Engineering support in Sales campaign as required.
• Liaise with airlines, FAA/EASA, installers and IFE suppliers to ensure timely project completion.
• Develop tools, as necessary, to track deliverables, testing, compliance findings so as to assure on-time completion of projects.
• Coordinate with Global Engineering management teams to ensure departmental processes are aligned and optimized as required, and ensure Best Practices are developed and implemented.
• Define the Engineering Team training requirements, develop and implement a training program to ensure training requirements are fulfilled.
• Provide input to the program risk analysis and risk management process to address technical risks. Devise risk mitigation actions. Ensure risk mitigation activities are conducted in accordance with the department procedures and risk mitigation plans.
• Release of drawing and design documentation of seat components, assemblies and approval of design change proposals according to RECARO standards and processes.
• Support Management in the implementation of departmental strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering with minimum 8 years of experience in Aerospace interior industry or a Master’s degree (MS) in technical field with minimum 6 years of experience in Aerospace interior industry or equivalent experience is required.

Technical Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Experience in the design, integration and certification of Electrical Components installed in Aircraft interiors is required.
• The position requires an in depth understanding of FAA / EASA Part 21, Part 25 Certification procedures for commercial aircraft seats, including the (E)TSO (Technical Standard Order) process.
• Advanced knowledge about aircraft documentation systems for after sales (CMM, SB) and aircraft configuration control systems is desired. 
• Proven track record of meeting commitments.
• Leadership skills are required, along with proven team building and motivational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment is required, as well as the ability to anticipate technical issues and develop effective risk mitigation plans.
• Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced, high pressure environment. Excellent organization skills are essential.
• Must have excellent internal and external communication and presentation skills.
• Prior experience as a technical lead or team lead is preferred. 

Computer Skills:

• Experience in CATIA V5 and electrical design/wire routing modules within CATIA V5 or a similar program is required.
• Experience in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point is a must.
• Good understanding of software programming and software configuration control is a plus.