Checker / Data Integrity Technical Specialist I - Appleton, WI

Gulfstream•Appleton, WI

About The Position

This is a Data Integrity engineering position (Checker) in the Structural/Mechanical department for Completions Engineering. The role primarily involves reviewing engineering designs for new and derivative versions of interior furnishings and amenities as part of outfitting new aircraft. Examples include custom cabinetry such as galleys, lavatories, closets, storage compartments, interior peripheries, water/waste systems, entertainment equipment installations, and seating installations. The Data Integrity Engineer reviews design work created using AutoCAD and CATIA V5 and ensures designs are consistent with company standards and accepted design methods. Assignments are performed under the direction of the Structural/Mechanical Engineering Lead Engineer or Group Head to meet the manufacturing schedule. The position assists with planning, coordination, design, analysis, and liaison engineering supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services. The role contributes to important engineering projects, provides specialized technical assistance, and develops technical solutions to difficult problems within schedule and cost objectives. Work is performed under limited supervision and may involve liaison with representatives outside the assigned group or area. The specialist also works to improve daily processes, ensure work meets customer requirements, and keep current with developments in the specialty and related aircraft fields.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
Five years in a specific technical discipline or 10 years of broad engineering experience in several technical disciplines.
Experience as a Design Checker/Data Integrity Engineer.
Experience with CATIA V5 and AutoCAD.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Technical skills and abilities appropriate to the grade, as established by the applicable discipline.

Nice To Haves

Aircraft completion experience.
SmarTeam experience.
Strong knowledge of aircraft cabin interior mechanical design, including cabinet fabrication, materials, and processes.
Advanced degree in an engineering-related field. Related advanced-degree experience credit is limited to two years for a master's degree and four years for a Ph.D. in fields applicable to the job.

Responsibilities

Review engineering designs for new and derivative aircraft interior furnishings and amenities.
Review design work created using AutoCAD and CATIA V5.
Ensure designs comply with company standards and accepted design methods.
Complete assignments under the direction of the Structural/Mechanical Engineering Lead Engineer or Group Head and meet manufacturing schedules.
Assist with planning, coordination, design, analysis, and liaison engineering supporting development and production of Gulfstream products and services.
Contribute to planning, developing, and coordinating important engineering projects.
Provide specialized technical assistance to team members.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems within schedule and cost objectives.
Act as liaison with representatives outside the assigned group or area.
Work to improve daily processes and ensure work meets customer requirements.
Maintain current knowledge of developments in the specialty and related aircraft fields to recommend innovations that improve product quality and effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned.