Hardware Integration Engineer

CAE-posted 4 months ago

Tampa, FL

5,001-10,000 employees

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The Hardware Integration Engineer (HIE) provides technical leadership for the hardware production, test and acceptance of simulation training devices. The HIE is responsible for execution of assigned projects from a Hardware planning, manufacturing, assembly, and installation aspect. The HIE leads, monitors and reports the project production progress and performance; Identifies resolves, and escalates project issues and risks to meet project deliverables. The HIE will apply independent judgment and creativity in the performance of tasks that may be broad in scope. The HIE interfaces/coordinates with: Production, Program Management, Finance, Hardware Engineering, Procurement/Sub-Contracts, Material Planning, Production Planning, Quality Assurance and Test Engineering to ensure hardware project execution success.

Understand the bid approach and scope of work
Support development of the execution plan and schedule to ensure producibility
Review and assist with generation of Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for new cost proposals and update existing BOEs when there are changes to the proposed scope of work
Attend project kickoff meetings to be aware of project schedules and overall requirements
Support generation of a Hardware Development Plan specific to execution of production effort
Have a comprehensive understanding of Integrated Master Plan and Integrated Master Schedule to support risk and time phased production
Ensure Integrated Master Schedule adequately defines the procurement and production effort
Review schedule milestones with hardware teams and consult with Project Management and Project Engineering to determine changes to the Master Plan
Control Account Manager for production labor on assigned projects
Perform labor hours analysis and labor hour spreading for newly kicked off programs or programs that are re-base lining
Monitor advance orders and buyer furnished parts to ensure component availability
Generate Engineering Change Requests for design issues
Manage a hardware engineering DR/ECN and production NMR burndown plan to ensure all are incorporated before TDPS
Provide status of available produced assets to project team (test bed, etc.)
Coordinate with test engineers to test designs and functionality prior to full integration
Ensure a smooth transition between design, production, in-house testing and Tear down, pack and ship (TDPS)
Participate in TDPS debrief to PM for any outstanding hardware issues
Identify technical documentation required for deployment to ensure deployment team has complete documentation package
Assist PM and PE with risk definition and mitigation plans
Meet with team members regularly to gather status
Participate in process improvement initiatives
Support Production/Manufacturing personnel with any problems they may encounter
Assist in problem resolutions and coordinate with Engineering design team to correct/revise designs and/or documentation to facilitate ease in manufacturing and promote cost reductions
Review current manufacturing methods and make recommendations to approve efficiencies
Participate in Make/Buy decisions to determine the most cost-effective means of production
Perform drawing and design reviews to ensure accuracy and manufacturability on new and/or revised drawings and parts lists
Generate detailed work instructions for drawings, specifications, and other technical data
Status assigned programs to upper management through direct communication or in weekly status reports
Coordinate with other departments to ensure a continual flow of work ensuring assignments are accomplished smoothly and without need for workarounds whenever possible
Interface with subcontractors on progress, Engineering support, coordination and schedule

Bachelor’s or Technical College Degree with 6 years of related experience in aerospace or an equivalent combination of technical education related to electronics, electro-mechanical, computer, aviation, or simulation technology
Flight simulation experience with detailed knowledge of flight simulator hardware technology a plus
Must demonstrate the ability to create and understand technical documents and drawings related to aircraft, computers, electronics and flight simulation technology
Strong communication skills including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers
Customer/client focus
Project/process management
Ability to produce, analyze and manipulate reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Flexibility that promotes work-life balance
A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun

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