Cabin Engineer, Lead

AAR; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AAR in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Cabin Engineer, Lead to perform cabin/interiors engineering for transport category aircraft. You will design, analyze and document modifications, including seating, monuments, PSUs, flooring and panels, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires hands-on drafting, interpretation of technical publications, and travel up to 10% internationally. AAR offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 years of engineering design or analysis experience.
• Experience with commercial aircraft (Airbus or Boeing) required.
• Familiarity with FARs and the STC process.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/publications (SRM, AMM, IPC).
• Experience creating engineering details, assemblies and installation drawings using AutoCAD/Inventor.

Responsibilities

• Research new technology for seating and interior products to support lightweight, cost-efficient designs.
• Design and analyze cabin interior systems and components for interior modifications (STC projects).
• Gather data and develop original designs or adaptations under general guidance.
• Coordinate cabin interiors aspects of project schedules with PMs and engineers.
• Prepare modification/installation drawings, engineering reports, and work instructions.

Skills

Engineering design

Reading drawings

STC knowledge

FAR familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Inventor

Job description

Title: Cabin Engineer, Lead

Location: United States-Indiana-Indianapolis-Aircraft Services

Job Number: 18385

Description:

Performs a variety of aircraft cabin/interiors engineering work including drawing interpretation, design and substantiation as related to transport category aircraft cabin interior modifications.

What you will be responsible for:

• Research new technology (material and manufacturing processes) for use in seating and interior products for the development of new lightweight and cost-efficient products.
• Design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems and components, typically in support of aircraft interior modifications (STC projects) including integration of seats, monuments, PSUs, flooring, emergency equipment, sidewall/dado/ceiling panels, windows, stowage bins and placards.
• Work independently to gather data and input on the development of original designs or adaptations of existing designs after having been given general instructions regarding scope and parameters.
• Coordinate and monitor cabin interiors aspects of project schedule with project managers and cabin engineers.
• Prepare cabin interior modification/installation/fabrication drawings, engineering reports and work instructions. Support cabin engineers with assignments and skills development as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and presentations with suppliers, customers, and various internal departments to obtain input on, agreement with, and understanding of project objectives and schedules.
• Troubleshoot aircraft issues during STC prototype and post STC using standard testing tools and methods.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 10%).

Qualifications:

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5 years of engineering design or analysis experience.
• Experience with commercial aircraft (Airbus or Boeing) required.
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs - from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) as they apply to transport category aircraft.
• Familiarity with the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) process.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and technical publications (i.e.: Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)).
• Experience creating engineering details, assemblies and installation drawings using AutoCAD/Inventor and standard engineering drawing convention.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development, career advancement opportunities and tuition reimbursement

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.