Liaison Engineer - Electrical (Contract)

Greenpoint Technologies•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Coordinates and supports the modification, maintenance, and repair of aircraft electrical wiring and equipment installations. Applies electrical engineering principles and aircraft wiring practices to resolve installation issues and ensure compliance with approved design requirements. Supports the transition from engineering design to manufacturing, assembly, and aircraft installation. This is a temporary contract position employed through an agency. The role requires the ability to relocate and reside near the aircraft modification program, and to travel and work overtime as required. Candidates working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person for legal compliance purposes. Greenpoint Technologies delivers custom VIP aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads-of-State. The company highlights its design and engineering innovation, award-winning culture, on-time delivery, leading-edge tools, and employee-built processes. Its environment features stretch assignments, high accountability, transparent decisions, open communication, engaged leadership, and opportunities to make a visible impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering, a minimum of five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong aircraft avionics installation background, particularly in aircraft modification programs.
Ability to relocate and reside within the vicinity of the aircraft modification program.
Thorough knowledge of electrical drawing development and substantiation methods.
Ability to collaborate across departments on engineering issues requiring mechanical or systems engineering input.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge of industry standards and FAA and foreign regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete tasks on time.
Experience adhering to budgets and project schedules.
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally as part of an established and growing team.
Ability to sit for extended periods, use hands to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and meet close/color vision and focus-adjustment requirements.
Ability to travel as required and work overtime as required.
For work on programs subject to ITAR, qualification as a US Person: a US Citizen, an eligible Permanent Resident, or a political asylee.

Nice To Haves

Aviation background and aircraft interior experience are strongly preferred.
Computer-aided drafting/design skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Resolve engineering issues involving deviations, wiring discrepancies, routing conflicts, equipment interface issues, electrical drawing errors, and discrepancies with released engineering drawings.
Coordinate with Project Engineers and aircraft leads to determine and implement solutions to engineering issues.
Ensure deviations and discrepancies are dispositioned within 24 hours of identification.
Prepare drawing redlines and change requests through established approval processes.
Support troubleshooting of wiring continuity and terminations.
Review proposed installation changes for compliance with applicable EWIS requirements and approved engineering standards.
Coordinate with stakeholders to determine and implement the most optimal path forward.
Collaborate with electrical engineers to confirm design intent and incorporate installation changes into released drawings.
Coordinate parts changes and additions with the Procurement department.
Communicate regularly with initial-release engineers to identify the best resolution for discrepancies.
Provide status reports regarding engineering drawing changes as requested.
Support third-party liaison groups as required.
Assist with other engineering activities when on-site support is not required.
Maintain regular attendance, arrive on time, and work full shifts.
Perform other duties as assigned.