Propulsion Systems Engineering Lead | Powerplant & Integration

Cirrus; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 152,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life & disability insurance

401(k) match

PTO 100 hours

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Cirrus is seeking an experienced propulsion systems leader in Duluth, MN, to guide design, development, integration and certification with engine and propeller manufacturers. You will supervise 10–20 engineers, coordinate with subcontractors, and drive powerplant system work across FAR Part 23/Part programs.

The role requires a strong systems-engineering background, hands-on mentoring, and clear communication to ensure performance, reliability and manufacturability of propulsion solutions for SR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in aircraft propulsion systems.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication on technical issues.
• Ability to coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other aircraft disciplines, including structural and electrical disciplines, along with engineering flight test, airworthiness and experimental, across the Cirrus Aircraft platform.
• Work with a multi-discipline team on propulsion system design development.
• Identify, select, and coordinate with component and system suppliers.
• Active involvement in development and certification of powerplant systems under FAR Part 23 or Part
• Research industry guidance documents for best practices, e.g. SAE, ASTM, RTCA.
• Systems engineering technical process definition and execution.
• Provide technical mentoring on thermal analysis, modal analysis and vibration, fluid dynamics and propulsion system architecture.
• Perform and/or approve thorough trade studies involving weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Author, check and/or approve 3D models and drawings of propulsion systems in Creo.
• Author, check and/or approve documents including test plans and reports, certification reports, and other engineering documents.
• Approve work orders to build or modify experimental aircraft and other ground test articles.
• Active performance management of direct reports: facilitate weekly team meetings to ensure alignment to project goals and team commitments, 1:1 meetings, performance improvement as necessary, and annual reviews.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Skills

Propulsion systems

Leadership

Aerospace engineering

Systems engineering

Technical mentorship

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cirrus is seeking an experienced propulsion systems leader in Duluth, MN, to guide design, development, integration and certification with engine and propeller manufacturers. You will supervise 10–20 engineers, coordinate with subcontractors, and drive powerplant system work across FAR Part 23/Part programs.

The role requires a strong systems-engineering background, hands-on mentoring, and clear communication to ensure performance, reliability and manufacturability of propulsion solutions for SR