Engineer I-Absolute Aviation - Cheney, WA

Engineer I-Absolute Aviation

#26-444

Cheney, Washington, United States

Company

Wencor Group LLC

Employment Status

Full-Time

Career Level

Entry Level

Job Description

**Overview of the Position:**

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, create component repair documentation, suitable for FAA and/or airline approval. Create manufacturing data needed to fabricate components, printed circuit boards and other items to support the repair of aircraft components. Support the repair station technicians by providing technical assistance, test and assembly fixture creation and detailed procedures.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Reverse engineer, troubleshoot, and repair of various aircraft components, both electrical and mechanical, using manual and automatic measuring equipment.
• Establish measurement tolerances using accepted industry practices and/or review of next higher assemblies.
• Create, revise, and review designs using SolidWorks 3D CAD Software platform and /or Altium PCB software.
• Design electrical or mechanical test fixtures and create written procedures.
• Create PMA (Parts Manufacturing Approval) and repair process supporting documentation packages for submittal to the FAA and/or customers.
• Research, collect data, and work with design teams to evaluate, select, adapt, and modify techniques, procedures and criteria to solve problems.
• Assist in supplier selection to manufacture fabricated or PMA parts.
• Release and maintain engineering documentation in a Product Lifecycle Management System.
• Support the goals of the repair station and the company's core values.
• Support an engineering team environment by sharing knowledge, participating in collaboration, communicating clearly and showing respect to other team members.
• Support scheduled project deadlines and keep tasks organized.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

**Other**

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• College graduation with degree or demonstrated equivalent experience. Further knowledge and witnessed practice of company core values.
• Knowledge of document change control processes including Engineering Change Orders, Change Control Board practices and general revision control.
• Must be comfortable working alone or in a team environment.
• Must understand the importance of quality of work and maintain a high level of excellence and integrity when completing projects.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of computer programming languages such as C, Python, C# and VB.Net.
• Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) practices and familiarity with ISO certifications.
• Ability to understand regulatory requirements for airworthiness in accordance with FAA and various foreign authorities.
• Experience in quality control and new product development within the aviation industry.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, soldering and safety equipment.

Requirements

**Education / Experience Requirements:**

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering preferred); or equivalent as determined by the hiring manager.

Other Qualifications

*The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*