Engineer II-Absolute Aviation - Cheney, WA

Wencor Group LLC; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Healthcare

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

401(k) Plans

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Absolute Aviation seeks a senior aviation/aerospace engineer to independently develop component repair documentation for FAA and airline approvals. You will create manufacturing data, support technicians, and lead moderately complex engineering projects from concept to completion.

You will mentor engineers, review designs in SolidWorks/Altium, and ensure quality through QMS and ISO considerations while guiding cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in aviation/aerospace.
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor engineers.
• Strong documentation and engineering change control experience.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge for FAA and foreign authorities.

Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer and troubleshoot complex aircraft components, electrical and mechanical.
• Create and approve designs using SolidWorks and Altium; supervise peers.
• Design test fixtures, write procedures, and guide fixture development.
• Prepare PMA and repair docs for FAA and customers.
• Lead research, data collection, and cross-team evaluation of techniques.
• Support supplier selection and manage documentation in PLM system.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Technical writing

QA/QMS literacy

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (Mech/Electrical)

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium PCB

C

Python

C#

VB.Net

Job description

Join the Absolute Aviation Team

For over 20 years, Absolute Aviation has been known for customer-focused service and reliable aircraft support around the world. As an FAA-certified Repair Station, we take pride in delivering precision and quality across every repair we perform.

Our team specializes in Communication, Electrical, Electro-Mechanical Accessory, and Lighting systems-critical components that keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently. With innovative DER and minor repairs, we help our customers extend component life, reduce costs, and keep operations moving.

At Absolute, we're all about partnership, growth, and craftsmanship that matters. If you're passionate about aviation, problem-solving, and working with a team that takes pride in doing things right, you'll feel right at home here.

We offer a competitive benefits package to full time employees which includes:

• Paid Time Off -Vacation, Sick, Holiday's, and Floating Holidays.
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Company Sponsored Basic Life Insurance, AD&D and LTD
• Voluntary Coverages (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Supplemental Life Insurance)
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth Savings Plans
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for advancement

Overview of the Position:

Under the general direction of the Engineering Manager, independently create component repair documentation suitable for FAA and/or airline approval and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers. Develop manufacturing data needed to fabricate components, printed circuit boards and other items to support the repair of aircraft components. Support the repair station technicians by providing technical assistance, test and assembly fixture creation and detailed procedures, and lead moderately complex engineering projects from concept through completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reverse engineer, troubleshoot, and lead the repair of complex aircraft components, both electrical and mechanical, using manual and automatic measuring equipment.
• Establish and validate measurement tolerances using accepted industry practices and/or review of next higher assemblies, applying engineering judgment to non-standard cases.
• Create, revise, and approve designs using SolidWorks 3D CAD Software platform and/or Altium PCB software, including review of work completed by less experienced engineers.
• Design electrical or mechanical test fixtures, create written procedures, and provide technical guidance on fixture design to other engineers.
• Create and approve PMA (Parts Manufacturing Approval) and repair process supporting documentation packages for submittal to the FAA and/or customers.
• Lead research efforts, collect data, and work with design teams to evaluate, select, adapt, and modify techniques, procedures and criteria to solve complex problems.
• Lead supplier selection activities to manufacture fabricated or PMA parts.
• Release and maintain engineering documentation in a Product Lifecycle Management System, and mentor less experienced engineers on documentation practices.
• Support the goals of the repair station and the company's core values.
• Support an engineering team environment by sharing knowledge, mentoring Associate Engineers and Engineer I staff, participating in collaboration, communicating clearly and showing respect to other team members.
• Support scheduled project deadlines, help prioritize team workload, and keep tasks organized.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience independently applying engineering principles in an aviation repair/manufacturing environment. Thorough knowledge and consistent practice of company core values.
• Thorough knowledge of document change control processes including Engineering Change Orders, Change Control Board practices and general revision control, with experience participating in or leading CCB reviews.
• Must be comfortable working alone, leading project work, or mentoring others in a team environment.
• Must understand the importance of quality of work and maintain a high level of excellence and integrity when completing projects, including work reviewed on behalf of others.
• Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to review and provide feedback on the technical writing of less experienced engineers.
• Proficiency in computer programming languages such as C, Python, C# and VB.Net.
• Thorough knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) practices and experience supporting ISO certification audits.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements for airworthiness in accordance with FAA and various foreign authorities, including non-standard or complex cases.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, soldering and safety equipment.

Education / Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering preferred) plus a minimum of five years of relevant aviation/aerospace engineering experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the hiring manager.

This position is designated as safety-sensitive under Washington State law and is subject to applicable DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Employees are also subject to random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

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 general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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 regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Works in moderate noise levels.
• Minimal travel required.