Cirrus · 3 days ago
Senior Airframe Structures Engineer
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expCirrus is a company involved in the design and manufacture of aircraft, and they are seeking a Senior Airframe Structures Engineer to provide designs for structural components and assemblies. The role involves supporting integrated teams in the design, testing, and certification of aircraft, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
Air TransportationIn-Flight EntertainmentService Industry
Responsibilities
Provide engineering technical expertise and support integrated teams to design, test and certify aircraft across all Cirrus models
Troubleshoot installation and quality issues, and disposition corrective actions and design changes
Use Federal Aviation Regulations Part 23 to develop MOC as needed to streamline certification. Familiarity with FAA certification experience desired
Assist other structures personnel as required / assigned
Read and check prototype & production part, assembly, and installation models and drawings. Apply reduced dimensions and GD&T to drawings as appropriate, and assess / improve upon tolerance stack-up
Identify, select, and coordinate with suppliers
Work both independently and within cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
4-year degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
6 or more years progressive engineering experience required
Working knowledge of multiple manufacturing processes
Experience with composite and mechanical structures
Application of Design to Cost, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly, or Design for Maintainability concepts
Working knowledge of CAD, PDM/PLM, and collaboration tools
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear, understandable, and audience appropriate manner
Must have the ability to read, write and speak the English language
Preferred
Familiarity with PTC Creo, PTC Windchill PDM, and Atlassian JIRA tools preferred
Benefits
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
Company
Cirrus
Cirrus Aircraft is the global leader in personal aviation.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-07-12IPO
Leadership Team
Patrick Waddick
President, Innovation & Operations
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