Airframe Parachute Systems Senior Engineer - The Structures Company

JOB TITLE: Airframe Parachute Systems Senior Engineer

LOCATION: Duluth, MN; Chandler AZ; McKinney TX

SALARY: $100,000 - $150,000 per year.

***MUST BE US PERSONS***

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients. 

 Qualifying Questions: 

• Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description? 
• Do you meet the educational requirements for this job? 
• Do you meet the experience requirements for this job? 
• Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role? 

Details: 

• Direct hire but will consider contract and contract to hire
• Medical, dental, and vision plan with Cigna 
• Potential for bonuses 

• As a Tier One supplier – We have priority!

• 1,000’s of openings nationwide

Summary: 

• Interface with other aircraft disciplines, including structural and electrical disciplines, across the  Aircraft platforms.

• Work with a multi-discipline team on advanced parachute system design development.

• Identify, select, and coordinate with suppliers.

• Active involvement in development and certification of parachute systems under FAR Part 23.

• Manage suppliers on a weekly cadence for technical deliverables by hosting weekly meetings, creating agendas and facilitating action/issue tasks.

• Research industry guidance documents for best practices, e.g. SAE, ASTM.

• Create 3D models and drawings of parachute systems in Creo.

• Author and check documents including test plans and reports, certification reports, and other engineering documents.

• Perform trade studies involving weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.

• Conduct ground, lab and flight testing of parachute components and systems.

• Travel to testing sites and supplier locations as required.

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills on technical issues and have a high level of initiative to fill gaps when necessary.

• Complete project assignments and take responsibility for designs and design outcomes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Teams).

Minimum Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.

• 6-8 years of engineering experience.

• Experience working on or with parachutes.

• Experience with extraction systems.

• Experience with textiles.

• Experience with Windchill PDM and Creo/Pro-E.

• Familiarity with SAE ARP4754A & ARP4761 guidelines and procedures and ASTM standards.

• Experience working on type certification of an aircraft from start to finish under any of 14 CFR Part 23/25/27/33/35/36 or equivalent regulations.

• Familiarity with DO-160 environmental testing.

Required Skills:

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Chief Engineers and management peer groups.

• Out of the box thinking to deliver required technical solutions to meet program goals.

• Show initiative and ability to work in absence of a defined process.

• Excellent technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.

• Able to work with program managers and project leaders to develop and hold accountability to schedules.

• Ability to efficiently learn new skills and manage multiple tasks.

 Competencies:

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Direct Work: Provides direction, delegates, and removes obstacles to get work done.

• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.

• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

• Ensures Accountability: Holds self accountable to meet commitments.

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. 

• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

• Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

*ITAR Definition

Under § 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). 

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. 

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. 

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE) 

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft

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