Job Summary:
Development of engineering design data within budget in accordance with FAA, customer and ZIM
Aircraft Cabin Solutions (ZACS) standards of quality.
Essential Job Duties:
1. Provide technical support and guidance to engineering personnel of various disciplines for engineering programs in which ZACS is involved.
2. Assist with the development of ZACS statements of work from limited customer provided specification information and aircraft surveys.
3. Research and review engineering data (drawings, reports, manuals, etc.) defining aircraft structure or systems in support of design work.
4. Develop and produce design data required for the proper manufacture, assembly and installation of aircraft modifications and components.
5. Develop preliminary engineering analysis necessary to substantiate aircraft modifications.
6. Interface with other ZACS departments to ensure customer & ZACS requirements are met.
7. Attend various design review meetings.
8. Provide technical support to ZACS manufacturing during the manufacturing and installation phases of ZACS developed designs.
9. Provide support during installation of modifications at remote locations.
10. Support other Engineering groups as workload requirements dictate.
11. Provide input and suggestions for continuous improvement of various department procedures, controls, flows and systems, and become familiar with ZACS internal policies and procedures.
12. Must be able to work on complex design tasks with assistance.
Secondary Duties:
Perform other duties as assigned
Accountabilities:
Accountable to the Engineering Program Manager
Job Qualifications:
Minimum
1. BS Degree in Engineering or related scientific field, or equivalent combination of experience and coursework.
2. Minimum one (1) years experience utilizing Solidworks (or comparable CAD program) with demonstrable proficiency.
3. Must possess knowledge of engineering principles used in stress analysis, finite element modeling (FEM), 3D-computer modeling, and other analytical substantiation techniques.
4. Must possess extensive knowledge of personal computer systems with Microsoft Office.
5. Must possess good oral, written, and organizational skills, and be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Preferred
1. Two (2) years industry experience in engineering field, preferably dealing in the design of modifications to transport category aircraft.
2. Basic knowledge of FAA regulations, certification processes and related requirements.
3. Basic knowledge of standard aircraft components, materials, fabrication practices, aviation hardware and proper application in design.
Physical Requirements:
1. Must possess ability to maneuver around airplanes (i.e. climbing stairs, on work stands, etc.) and in confined areas (i.e. cargo compartments, fuel tanks, E/E bays, etc.).
2. Must also be able to lift and carry 15 lbs.
3. Must be able to sit and work effectively at a computer for extended periods of time.
4. Visual acuity must be a minimum of 20/40 corrected.
5. Position requires travel both domestically and internationally. 10%
6. Must be able to work assigned schedule with minimal absences.