Senior Avionics Design Engineer - Aircraft Upgrades

Etihad Engineering; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Etihad Engineering seeks a Lead Design Engineer to act as a technical liaison with Aircraft, Engines and manufacturers, providing expert support for disruption scenarios, troubleshooting, defects, and to design/integrate engineering solutions for electrical/avionics modifications on Airbus or Boeing fleets.

You will evaluate avionics systems, prepare defect reports, ensure compliance with EASA Part 21J and related airworthiness requirements, and collaborate with vendors during design and

Qualifications

• B.Sc. degree in Electrical, Electronics, Avionics or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years in related aircraft avionics/electrical systems engineering (Part 145, Part M and Part 21).
• ATA sections knowledge related to aircraft Avionics and Electrical Systems; A/C Type Level 3 training preferred.
• Experience with OEM, Airline or MRO with DOA approval with Major or Minor privilege.
• Existing or previous Compliance Verification Engineer approval is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical solutions (troubleshooting, repairs, concessions) for defects arising from maintenance or customer requests.
• Evaluate avionics systems and components damages; propose solutions beyond manual limitations.
• Submit comprehensive defect reports with a repair/deviation proposal to the manufacturer for approval.
• Ensure technical solutions are developed/approved per procedures and comply with P145 or P21J DOA scope.
• Evaluate the use of alternative tooling and processes.
• Knowledge of certification requirements of EASA Part 21J and airworthiness regulations.
• Review customer work requests and translate into a design ready for implementation.
• Initiate engineering authorization to perform avionics repairs/modifications.
• Demonstrate compliance and verification with airworthiness requirements (CS/JAR/FAR, OSD, ICA, etc.).
• Develop specifications involving basic design data, modifications, and installations for aircraft electrical power, comms, navigation, auto flight, and instrumentation.
• Prepare wiring diagrams and harness build diagrams as required.
• Coordinate with vendors during design phase and product selection.

Education

B.Sc. degree in Electrical, Electronics, Avionics or Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

Etihad Engineering seeks a Lead Design Engineer to act as a technical liaison with Aircraft, Engines and manufacturers, providing expert support for disruption scenarios, troubleshooting, defects, and to design/integrate engineering solutions for electrical/avionics modifications on Airbus or Boeing fleets.

You will evaluate avionics systems, prepare defect reports, ensure compliance with EASA Part 21J and related airworthiness requirements, and collaborate with vendors during design and