Flight Control System Engineer (Partial Remote)

Saratech • Fort Worth, TX

33d • $85 - $90 • Hybrid

About The Position

Saratech is seeking a dynamic senior designer to contribute to the design, development, and integration of the Flight Control Systems. You will join a team developing the world's most efficient aircraft and balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

Requirements

• S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in the development of Flight Control Systems and equipment common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft, specifically Secondary Flight Control Systems, including Flaps, Spoilers, HSTA, and Trim.
• 5+ years of experience in the design and development of electro-mechanically actuated systems.
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processes pertinent to Flight Control Systems.
• Strong understanding and experience with RTCA D-160G, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A.
• Experience with ASME Y14.100 Drawings and Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience with model and drawing checking, engineering part and model release, and engineering change process.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Active Listening: Practice active listening to gain insight and develop a deep understanding of all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make timely, informed, and value-driven decisions that support project success.
• Organization: Maintain strong organization across agendas, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, while clearly communicating tasks, progress, updates, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Evaluate challenges from multiple perspectives and develop effective, well-reasoned solutions.
• Self-Motivation: Demonstrate a high level of ownership, commitment, and drive from project initiation through completion.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Foster a collaborative environment where diverse personalities and skill sets work effectively toward shared goals and accountability.
• Business Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively using appropriate language, tone, and storytelling across emails, chats, reports, presentations, and other channels
• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all customer and/or employee information to assure customer and/or employee rights are protected
• Adheres to policies regarding notification of absence and PTO requests
• Attends all mandatory management and staff meetings
• Represents the organization in a respectful and professional manner
• Attend and comply with annual health, safety, training and education requirements
• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean
• Subject to background check

Responsibilities

• Secondary Flight Control System Technical Ownership
• Design, develop, and detail the Secondary Flight Control System in compliance with technical, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform trade studies to optimize architecture, function, weight, cost, and manufacturability.
• Vendor & Program Coordination
• Lead technical coordination with suppliers for the development of the Secondary Flight Control System through certification and delivery.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for Secondary Flight Control System vendors, ensuring alignment with program requirements, schedules, and certification objectives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (structures, electrical, avionics, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain) to define and validate all mechanical and electrical interfaces.
• Interface Definition & Integration
• Develop and maintain Zonal Reference Models (ZRM), Interface Control Models (ICM), and Interface Control Drawings (ICD) to clearly define interfaces with adjacent structures and systems.
• 3D CAD & Digital Definition
• Create and manage experimental and production-level digital product definitions, including parts, assemblies, and installations, fully defining dimensions, materials, processes, and tolerances.
• Develop detailed system layouts and airframe integration studies using CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
• Certification & Compliance Support
• Lead the creation, review, and update of certification, safety, and quality documentation, including FTA, PSSA, SFHA, ACP, and related compliance artifacts for the Secondary Flight Control System.
• Ensure Secondary Flight Control System meets applicable Part 23 and ATA 27 regulatory and safety requirements.
• Leadership & Mentorship
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Promote best practices in interface control, certification awareness, and supplier coordination.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Retirement Plan: All employees can enroll in the company's 401k with company matching.
• Paid Sick time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior