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

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Kansas is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer with landing gear, wheels, tires, and brakes expertise to help certify aircraft systems. You will coordinate with the ODA/FAA, witness tests, and address certification issues while guiding supplier integration and design reviews.

Minimum 5 years in aircraft landing gear/brake systems, a related degree, and FAA designee qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) qualification as described.
• Minimum 5 years in landing gear and brake systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful integration and certification of vendor equipment into Textron Aviation aircraft.
• Assist in preparation, review, and approval of certification plans, test reports and drawings.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers to determine system requirements and resolve problems.
• Complete complex development, design, testing and certification assignments for new or modified designs.
• Witness supplier qualification testing, lab and aircraft ground tests.
• Develop creative engineering alternatives to achieve desired outcomes.
• Perform work using in-depth engineering principles.
• Maintain proficiency in computer applications to accomplish tasks.
• Coordinate work with Engineering support groups, Manufacturing and Supply Chain for the project.
• Instruct suppliers on materials, equipment, and hardware per approved specs.
• Qualify as an UM under the Textron Aviation ODA and follow ODA/FAA directives.
• Review and evaluate supplier proposals for technical issues.
• Provide guidance to engineers and report writers on complex design/certification problems.
• Provide status updates and conduct design reviews for management.

Skills

Complex certification projects

Wichita ACO experience

Cessna/Textron aviation systems

Time management

MS Office suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) - 14 CFR Part 23 and 25 Chart C1–Mechanical Systems

Minimum 5 years of gear/brake systems experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description - Mechanical Systems Engineer-Sr./ Specialist/ Specialist-Sr—Wheels, Tires, Brakes UM (345863)

Job Number: 345863

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.

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

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.

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.

EEO Statement

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