Completions Liaison/Design Engineer (Wknd Shift) Technical Specialist I - Appleton, WI

Gulfstream•Appleton, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Weekend Liaison/Design Engineer position in the Structural/Mechanical Engineering Completions group, responsible for the completion (outfitting) of new large cabin Gulfstream aircraft. The primary role is to ensure all mechanical and structural engineering related production issues are addressed and resolved in a timely fashion. This position also offers opportunities for engineering design, modeling, and drafting of new and derivative versions of interior furnishings and wire harnesses as part of outfitting new aircraft. The candidate will work in a proactive team-based environment with Operations, Engineering, Certification, and Quality. This position is located in Appleton, Wisconsin, and focuses on aircraft cabinetry, monuments, and associated wire harnesses, including custom cabinetry (galleys, lavatories, closets, storage compartments), interior peripheries, water/waste systems, entertainment equipment installations, and seating installations. Engineering encompasses installations for commodities and necessary airframe modifications to meet load requirements. The position provides weekend coverage to support Operations and maintain aircraft build schedules. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter and able to work independently to solve problems.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
5 years in specific technical discipline or 10 years broad engineering experience in several technical disciplines.
Experience credit considered for related advanced degrees limited to 2 years for Masters, 4 years for PhD in fields applicable to this job.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must have strong project management capabilities.
Must have working knowledge of AutoCAD and CATIA V5.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Liaison and/or MRB experience creating dispositions in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
EWIS experience preferred.
Knowledge of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14CFR Part 25), as it pertains to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulation procedures and the STC process as it relates to certification of Aircraft Interiors is a plus, but on the job training is available.
Advanced degree in engineering related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and disposition of all manufacturing (production, completion, vendor) issues relating to material discrepancies, engineering data, and electrical harnesses.
Determine root cause(s) of engineering errors and drive solutions back to the upfront engineering process to improve quality.
Ensure Operations and Engineering are informed of all in-work issues that could impact the current aircraft schedule.
Coordinate with other groups to assure design requirements and objectives are maintained.
Create engineering data as required based on departmental needs.
Contributes to planning, developing and coordinating of important engineering projects.
Provides specialized technical assistance to team members.
Uses advanced techniques and modified extension of theories to provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
Determines and develops own approach to solutions within schedule and cost objectives.
Works under limited supervision; work should only be required to be reviewed for accuracy and consistency with meeting overall objectives.
Acts as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area.
Actively works to improve daily processes and ensures all work meets customer requirements.
Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product.
Perform other duties as assigned.