Aircraft Systems Engineer 1

Garmin Ltd.; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. in the United States is seeking a full-time Aircraft Systems Engineer 1 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will assist in the design aspects of new avionics system installations.

You will collaborate with project leads, technicians, and purchasing to produce wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and supporting documentation for certification, while helping prepare test plans and reports and contributing to compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering or equivalent
• GPA 3.0+ preferred
• Familiar with avionics installation and general aviation systems

Responsibilities

• Assist in the basic design or analysis of avionics and flight control systems installations and related documentation
• Generate wiring diagrams, schematics and installation drawings for Garmin STC projects
• Coordinate with project leads, technicians and team to complete tasks
• Assist technicians in troubleshooting installation and wiring issues
• Support documentation for certification processes
• Assist in planning ground and bench tests and preparing test reports
• Interface with purchasing for parts specification and manufacturing
• Research FARs and certification topics and provide input
• Perform basic troubleshooting using engineering tools and techniques

Skills

Electrical Systems

System Safety

Aircraft Certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

FaultTree+

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-timeAircraft Systems Engineer 1at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the design aspects of new avionics systems installations.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the basic design or analysis of avionics and flight control systems installations and assist in the development of documentation for new avionics system installations
• Generate or interpret wiring diagrams, wire routing schematics, installation and component/part drawings, and other required type design data and documentation needed to support Garmin STC projects
• Coordinate with project leads, technicians, and team as needed to complete assigned tasks
• Assist technicians in troubleshooting installation and wiring issues
• Assist in preparation and verification of documentation required for certification
• Assist in generation of ground and bench tests plans and assist in creation of test reports and other compliance data
• Interface with purchasing department/suppliers for parts specification and manufacturing
• Research Federal Aviation Regulations and certification related topics and provide input and recommendations
• Perform basic troubleshooting using proper engineering tools and techniques

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer EngineeringORan equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Familiar with general aviation and basic avionics operation/ installation
• Basic use of software specific to job functions (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, FaultTree+, etc.)
• Basic understanding of avionics, electrical/mechanical design, installation and certification
• Must be detail-oriented, work proactively and effectively with direct supervision, and can complete tasks in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
• Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates basic knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Electrical Systems, Structures, Mechanical Systems, System Safety, HIRF/Lightning, or Aircraft Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience with aircraft and general aviation products

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits