What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Propulsion Systems Engineering position at Cirrus?
Overview
Responsible for leading the design,development, integration, and certification with engine and/or propellermanufacturers along with systems such as fire extinguishing, fire detection,engine controls, engine indications, powerplant cooling, fuel systems,induction, and exhaust on both the SR and SF platforms as well as new projects.Direct reports include individual contributors and range from 10-20 engineersand/or designers of varying experience. Candidates will also be responsible for coordinating and leadingdevelopment and system integration work with subcontractors and externalsuppliers.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Other Duties
Please note that 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 may be required.
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.
Pay Range
Salary Range: USD $151,565.82/Yr. - USD $227,348.73/Yr.
Responsible for leading the design,development, integration, and certification with engine and/or propellermanufacturers along with systems such as fire extinguishing, fire detection,engine controls, engine indications, powerplant cooling, fuel systems,induction, and exhaust on both the SR and SF platforms as well as new projects.Direct reports include individual contributors and range from 10-20 engineersand/or designers of varying experience. Candidates will also be responsible for coordinating and leadingdevelopment and system integration work with subcontractors and externalsuppliers.
Responsibilities
- Interface with other aircraft disciplines, including structural and electrical disciplines, along with engineering flight test, airworthiness and experimental, across the Cirrus Aircraft platform.
- Work with a multi-discipline team on propulsion system design development.
- Identify, select, and coordinate with component and system suppliers.
- Active involvement in development and certification of powerplant systems under FAR Part 23 or Part 33.
- Research industry guidance documents for best practices, e.g. SAE, ASTM, RTCA.
- Systems engineering technical process definition and execution.
- Provide technical mentoring on thermal analysis, modal analysis and vibration, fluid dynamics and propulsion system architecture.
- Perform and/or approve thorough trade studies involving weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Author, check and/or approve 3D models and drawings of propulsion systems in Creo.
- Author, check and/or approve documents including test plans and reports, certification reports, and other engineering documents.
- Approve work orders to build or modify experimental aircraft and other ground test articles.
- Active performance management of direct reports: facilitate weekly team meetings to ensure alignment to project goals and team commitments, 1:1 meetings, performance improvement as necessary, and annual reviews.
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree inAerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- 8 years of experience inaircraft propulsion systems
- 3 years of leadership experience
- Demonstratedexpertise in aircraft systems or airframe structures
- Abilityto demonstrate sound judgement
- Ability to effectivelymanage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the sametime.
- Must have strong writtenand verbal communication skills on technical issues and have a high level ofinitiative to fill gaps when necessary.
- Proficient in MicrosoftOffice (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Teams).
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Propulsion systems experience
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
- Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
- PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
- Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
- Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations
Other Duties
Please note that 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 may be required.
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.
Pay Range
Salary Range: USD $151,565.82/Yr. - USD $227,348.73/Yr.
Salary : $151,566 - $227,349