Senior Principal Test Engineer

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin's Military Flight Controls Division in Irvine, CA is seeking a senior engineer to tackle complex research and develop new or improved flight control technologies. You will contribute to projects with broad product and strategic impact and mentor others on integrated product teams.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or related engineering, 10+ years experience, and a strong background in continuous improvement, design analysis, and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, electronic, or systems engineering.
• Ten or more years of related experience; MS preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to use business apps and specialized data analysis and design tools.
• Ability to apply knowledge across engineering areas.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products, concepts and methods.
• Evaluates costs, resources, time limitations, and other factors for projects.
• Provides expert technical information on manufacturing techniques and process advantages.
• Leads cross-functional coordination to maximize project impact.
• Makes proposals and presentations to influence business decisions.
• Plans and conducts analyses and tests, publishing findings and results.

Skills

Engineering principles

Continuous improvement

Project management tools

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

BS in mechanical, aerospace, electronic, or systems engineering

Tools

Data analysis tools

Design tools

Project management tools

Job description

Parker Hannifin's Military Flight Controls Division in Irvine, CA is seeking a senior engineer to tackle complex research and develop new or improved flight control technologies. You will contribute to projects with broad product and strategic impact and mentor others on integrated product teams.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or related engineering, 10+ years experience, and a strong background in continuous improvement, design analysis, and manufacturing processes.