Division Test System Integrator

Parker•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. This position requires an individual capable of working with minimal supervision. Responsible to guide technical evaluations, analysis, and related data acquisition processes to help define Division Test System objectives and ensure those objectives are achieved. Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains quality standards for Test Systems and Test Processes by writing Test System statements of work. Adheres to all relative contractual and regulatory requirements (FAA, JAA, CAAC, Military). Leads members from key functional areas internal and/or external to the Division to meet objectives Scope/Supervision and Interaction: May have indirect or matrix responsibility to guide the technical work of a team to achieve project milestones. Has regular and frequent internal interface to present project status; may be the primary contact with customer/suppliers for projects requiring coordination. Additional Comments: The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Engineering. Equivalent military training or hydraulic test experience beneficial.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six or more years of related experience.
Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art hydraulic test systems and test equipment, procedures, theories, principles and concepts and general business operations.
Knowledge of aerospace industry or similar industry products and legal and regulatory requirements related to field.
Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement techniques to verify and validate test system operation.
Ability to use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools.
Ability to work on a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and evaluation of various outcomes require tradeoffs and negotiation.
Ability to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams.
Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.
Ability to routinely apply project management skills and to effectively use project scheduling computer software programs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, policies and recommend changes to procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management.
Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from internal and external customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.
Experienced in MS Word, Excel, Enovia, Power BI, LabVIEW and MS Project.
Programming experience CATIA or AutoCAD
Additional qualities must include a “can do” attitude and an individual that can work multiple tasks simultaneously.
The individual must be a motivated self-starter with a willingness to do “whatever it takes” to complete the assigned task.
This individual must be willing to accept responsibility to meet accelerated project schedules and stringent test system requirements.

Responsibilities

Ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel with high customer visibility.
Very high degree of organizational skills and the ability to move from task to task with minimal interruption to work progress.
Ability to read and work from Test Procedures, Hydraulic Schematics, and engineering drawings.
Ability to work from customer specifications and industry standards to create Statements of Work, Acceptance Test Procedures, Test Instructions and Test System Build Requirements.
Determines Test System objectives and standards by studying product characteristics, HSD requirements, customer requirements, government regulations, EHS requirements and conferring with Test Operators, Operations Leaders and HSD engineers.
Investigates test verification and validation problems related to equipment and/or processes.
May resolve testing problems by recommending modifications to procedures.
Confers with project engineers on revisions to test objectives, methods, and standards.
Plans, coordinates, and facilitates Acceptance tests by training and directing Testers, Engineering Technicians and Maintenance personnel on new or update test systems.
Provides parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed.
Documents test results using appropriate test equipment, data analysis tools, software and other engineering tools.
May assist in the design of information systems and create / maintain Statistical Process Controls.
Reports test outcomes by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and displaying data.
Recommends changes for Test Systems based on current standards and updates/maintains those standards.
Uses Project Management tools to create and maintain the Test System project schedule.
Reports progress and obstacles effectively with Management.
Identifies Test System design changes.
Devises tests and methods to establish the root cause of problems; holds Test System design reviews; analyzes and evaluates test data and characterizes Test System performance.
Capable of performing system troubleshooting using Parker problem-solving tools such as 10-step, A3, Pareto, Is-Is Not, 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams, etc.
Knowledge of various types of standard Test System instrumentation and data acquisition systems used for collecting Pressure, Flow, Rotational Speed, Current, Voltage, Temperature and other data.
Researches the latest Test System component and control technologies and incorporates these into HSD Test Systems.
Able to evaluate and make decisions based on cost vs. benefit to the overall business.
Knowledge of aerospace hydraulic, pumps, actuators, motors, and valves; internal components and their effect on the overall performance of the product.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Acts as member of the TEst SysTem Integration Team (TEST-IT) and helps the team determine project worthiness, priority, and resources.
Also works to improve the Test System Integration Process with lessons learned.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!
We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind.
Our competitive package includes:
Benefit & Retirement Plans Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
Career development and tuition reimbursement
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.
Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):
Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hour s.
Additional Benefits:
Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.