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Piper Aircraft · 3 weeks ago

Lead Engineer, Electrical/Avionics

Vero Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Piper Aircraft is a company focused on the design and integration of electrical and avionics systems in aircraft. The Lead Avionics/Electrical Engineer will provide guidance to the engineering team, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and supporting various departments to meet the company's goals.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Daniel Clark

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and/or contribute to preparation of certification documentation such as: Project Specific Certification Plans (PSCP), Compliance Check Lists (CCL), Company Avionics Test Plans, Company Electrical Systems Test Plans, Certification Test Plans (Avionics & Electrical)

Prepare, review, and/or contribute to the preparation of Avionics Compliance Reports

Prepare, review and/or contribute to the preparation of Electrical Systems Compliance Reports

Review and/or check drawings to assure compliance with FAA regulatory requirements & engineering design criteria

Use vendor technical guidance (installation manuals, drawings, etc.) to prepare company production drawings of electrical assemblies, harness assemblies, schematics and installations to assure FAA regulatory compliance

Prepare Engineering Orders (EOs) in accordance with the Engineering Policies and Procedures Manual (EPPM) for the approval and release of engineering drawings

Prepare Engineering Work Orders (EWOs) for the purpose of modifying and installing avionics and/or electrical equipment and installations

Author Piper process specifications, purchasing specifications, or other technical documentation as required

Create electrical load analysis, battery capacity analysis, and compliance reports in support of FAA certification

Work with other company departments (Flight Test, Manufacturing, Methods, Purchasing, Sales and Marketing) as necessary to support the company’s goals and objectives while assuring compliance with FAA regulatory requirements

Work with suppliers and vendors to select any peripheral equipment necessary to support program goals and schedules, and compliance with FAA regulatory requirements

Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for manufacturing, flight line and flight test departments as necessary

Provide technical support to Production, Customer Service, Quality Control, Purchasing and Marketing departments as required

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Avionics system designElectrical system designFAA complianceAutoCADSiemens NXGarmin Integrated flight decksTechnical documentationTeamworkCritical thinkingInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable engineering or science degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience

A minimum of ten years of experience in avionics/electrical system design, installation and support required

A working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks

Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility

Ability to multi-task

Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled

Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form

Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables

Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks

Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances

Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results