Mechanical Systems Engineer-Sr./ Specialist/ Specialist-Sr—Wheels, Tires, Brakes UM

Textron Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas tax credit

Job summary

Textron Aviation seeks a Mechanical Systems Engineer-Sr./ Specialist with expertise in landing gear, wheels, tires and brakes certification. The role focuses on certifiable design, FAA/ODA coordination, testing observation, and issue resolution across Textron Aviation platforms.

Responsibilities include integrating vendor equipment, evaluating supplier plans, coordinating with customers and suppliers, and guiding engineering teams through complex development and certification tasks while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar technical field.
• FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) -14 CFR Part 23 and 25 Chart C1 – Mechanical Systems (recent history as such will be applicable)
• Minimum 5 years of experience with aircraft landing gear and brake systems or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Integrate vendor equipment into Textron Aviation aircraft and certify.
• Prepare, review, and approve certification plans, supplier test plans, reports, drawings, and other documents.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers to determine system requirements and resolve problems.
• Complete complex development, design, testing and certification tasks for new design or modifications.
• Witness supplier qualification testing, lab, and aircraft ground tests.
• Provide guidance to engineers and report writers in solving design and certification problems.
• Present status to management during design reviews and tool updates.

Skills

Complex certification

Wichita ACO

Textron systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Aerospace/Mechanical Eng

FAA ODA/DER Designee

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Mechanical Systems Engineer-Sr./ Specialist/ Specialist-Sr-Wheels, Tires, Brakes UM

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for ensuring the proposed Landing Gear and Wheels, Tires, and Brakes system design is certifiable, coordinating with the ODA/FAA, resolution of certification issues, witnessing certification testing, and finding compliance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for successful integration and certification of vendor equipment into Textron Aviation aircraft
• Assists in preparation, review, and approval of Textron Aviation certification plans, supplier test plans, reports, engineering drawings, and other documents
• Coordinates with direct and indirect customers and suppliers to determine system requirements and resolve problems
• Responsible for completing complex development, design, testing and certification assignments for new design or modifications
• Witness supplier qualification testing, lab, and aircraft ground tests
• Develops creative scientific alternatives during course of job assignments to reach desired outcomes
• Performs work using frequent application of in-depth engineering principles
• Maintain a high degree of proficiency in computer applications to accomplish tasks
• Requests and coordinates work performed by Engineering support groups, Experimental, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management for the project
• Instructs suppliers as to materials, equipment, and hardware for use on aircraft in accordance with approved specifications
• Must be capable of qualifying as an UM under the Textron Aviation ODA. Will be expected to become familiar with the ODA manual and work under the rules of the ODA and applicable FAA orders and directives
• Reviews and evaluates supplier proposals for technical and certification/qualification issues
• Provides guidance to engineers and report writers in the solution of specific, complex design and certification problems, which must be resolved during development and testing
• Ensures supervision awareness of program status, problems, and successes. Provides periodic design reviews and update presentations to management of engineering and other company organizations and tools

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar technical field
• FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) -14 CFR Part 23 and 25 Chart C1 – Mechanical Systems (recent history as such will be applicable)
• Minimum 5 years of experience with aircraft landing gear and brake systems or relative experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with complex certification projects integrating multiple systems
• Experience working with Wichita ACO is preferred
• Experience with Cessna/Textron Aviation systems and processes is preferred
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Strong time management skills for working multiple concurrent projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong computer, written, and verbal communication skills required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Textron Aviation's Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

AI Readiness:

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required - we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time