Engineer I - Aerospace Coatings International

Wencor Group; Oxford (AL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wencor Group LLC in Oxford, Alabama is seeking an Engineer I to develop and document technical data supporting repair activities in aviation/MRO. This entry-level role is ideal for new graduates or engineers new to aviation.

Responsibilities include creating repair instructions, validating data, reverse engineering parts, and coordinating with DERs and the FAA for major repairs, while leveraging SolidWorks and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Four-year accredited engineering degree required (AE, ME or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings.
• Familiarity with industry specifications and engineering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop repair instructions in accordance with engineering procedures and industry specifications.
• Develop substantiating technical data per procedures and regulations.
• Use measuring tools and gages to reverse engineer parts.
• Use XRF Gun and hardness tester to determine alloy and hardness.
• Create drawings and figures for repair instructions.
• Substantiate and document equivalencies for tools, equipment, materials and processes.
• Communicate with customers to determine needs and design repair solutions.
• Coordinate with DERs and the FAA to obtain approvals for major repairs.

Skills

Stress analysis

Mechanics of materials

Clear written and oral communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

#26-1042

Oxford, Alabama, United States

Company

Wencor Group LLC

Employment Status

Full-Time

Job Description

Overview of the Position:

The Engineer I is primarily responsible for developing and documenting technical data to support the repair activities at ACI. This is an entry level position for a new graduate or an engineer new to aviation/MRO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop repair instructions in accordance with engineering procedures and industry specifications.
• Develop substantiating technical data in accordance with engineering procedures and applicable regulations.
• Use various measuring tools and gages to reverse engineer parts.
• Use XRF Gun and hardness tester to determine alloy and hardness of various metals.
• Create drawings and figures for repair instructions.
• Substantiate and document equivalencies for tools, equipment, materials and processes to support repair activities.
• Communicate with customers and other interested parties to determine needs and design repair solutions.
• Communicate with DERs and the FAA as needed to obtain approval for major repairs.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand stress analysis and/or mechanics of materials and apply them to practical applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent computer aided design tool.
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, as well as generating technical drawings.
• Knowledge of applicable 14 CFR regulations, specifically parts 23, 25, 43, 65, & 145
• Basic understanding of common repair processes and specifications including plating, thermal spray, NDT, machining/grinding, shot-peening and welding preferred.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of metallurgy is desirable
• Must possess clear written and oral technical communication skills to all levels of the organization and other stakeholders.
• Must be able to manage time appropriately to balance multiple projects

Requirements

Education / Experience Requirements:

A four year accredited engineering degree (AE, ME, or equivalent) is required

Other Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills :

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

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

• Is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Substantial keyboarding throughout the day
• Is frequently required to talk or listen.
• Works in moderate noise levels.
• No vision requirements.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.