Experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Bombardier seeks an Experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer in Wichita to support propulsion systems from proposal through certification and in‑service phases. The role emphasizes integration of Powerplant, APU, FIDEEX, Fuel and FTIS with strong collaboration across engineering teams.

You will review documentation, engage suppliers, and ensure compliance with Part 25 certification requirements while traveling as needed and supporting ITAR controlled projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical
• 5 years’ experience in aircraft propulsion systems (Powerplant, APU, Fuel, FTIS)
• Familiar with Part 25 certification requirements and advisory material
• Experience with propulsion system design, qualification and certification testing

Responsibilities

• Deliver propulsion systems engineering support from proposal phases to development, certification and in‑service
• Apply engineering knowledge to Powerplant, APU, FIDEEX, Fuel and FTIS for missionized solutions
• Develop concept and trade studies, requirements capture, scope of work definition and supplier engagement during proposals
• Produce technical proposals and supplier statements of work, including written material and presentations
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to support engineering activities
• Participate in system installations, modifications and operation
• Develop relationships with departments and suppliers
• Review supplier documentation and verification plans

Skills

Strong communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)

• Competitive base salary

• Retirement savings plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Deliver highly effective and timely Propulssion systems engineering support to Bombardier Defense programs from the proposal phases to the development, certification and inserves

• Apply engineering knowledge in the areas of Powerplant, APU, FIDEEX, Fuel and FTIS towards the planning and development of missionized solutions

• During the proposal phase, responsibilies will include developing concept and trade studies, requirements catpure, scope of work defintion and supplier engagement based on Customer requests

• Produce technical proposal activities, supplier statements of work, including preparation of written material and presentations.

• During the development and certification phases, responsibilities will include intergration of the affected system, engineering documentation updates, supplier management and governance support

• Review supplier documentation and verfication plans.

• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to support technical engineering activities.

• Participate in the successful implementation of systems installations, modifications and operation.

• Develop good working relationships with various departments within BA and with suppliers.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in relevant discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical

• You have experience in supporting product development life cycle

• You have 5 years experience in aircraft Propulsion systems (Powerplant, APU, FIDEEX, Fuel & FTIS).

• You are conversant with design, qualification, and certification test requirements of Propulsion systems.

• You have flexibility to travel and work outside normal hours.

• You are familiar with Part 25 certification requirements and advisory material.

• You possess strong integration skills, in both system partner management and system technical integration.

• You are familiar with Microsoft Office software tools.

• You have strong communication skills, ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

• You must be able to work on ITAR controlled project

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 15011 Experienced Propulsion Systems Engineer