Aviation New Product Development Engineer — Airworthiness & MRO Innovation

HEICO; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to support technical operations in an FAA Part 145 repair environment. You will drive NPD activities, develop repair data and tooling, and collaborate with Quality, Production, Procurement and Customer Service to ensure airworthiness and compliance.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, regulatory awareness, and experience with CAD tools. You will interface with FAA representatives, DERs, and customers while maintaining rigorous

Qualifications

• Must-have degree in engineering or related field and hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience working in an FAA Part 145 repair environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and reading engineering drawings.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate New Product Development activities.
• Identify and review opportunities for New Product Development.
• Create and revise engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Support reverse engineering efforts for alternate parts and repair processes.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing/repair process documentation (FQCS).
• Design tooling, fixtures, and test equipment (TTE) and document results.
• Evaluate parts for fit, form, and function; provide production support.

Skills

FAA Part 145 knowledge

GD&T

CAD design

Reverse engineering

Documentation and records

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

HEICO is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to support technical operations in an FAA Part 145 repair environment. You will drive NPD activities, develop repair data and tooling, and collaborate with Quality, Production, Procurement and Customer Service to ensure airworthiness and compliance.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, regulatory awareness, and experience with CAD tools. You will interface with FAA representatives, DERs, and customers while maintaining rigorous