Repair Design Engineer

KF Aerospace•Kelowna, BC

11d•CA$75,000 - CA$107,000•Onsite

About The Position

KF Aerospace is seeking a Repair Design Engineer to report to the Repair Engineering Manager in Kelowna (YLW). The qualified individual will be responsible for developing engineering solutions for the repair of airframe structure and components. KF Aerospace is a Canadian company specializing in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing.

Requirements

Completion of an Aerospace Engineering Degree combined with 2-5 years of relevant experience OR a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
Engineering experience in the aviation industry preferred
Experience in the design and analysis of aircraft structural repairs
Experience providing engineering support for hangar aircraft and live aircraft operations
Familiarity with the structural design philosophy and primary and secondary structure repair methodology for Boeing or Airbus commercial aircraft preferred
Should have the ability to analyze incomplete information and implement timely decision making while mitigating risk factors
Should possess a thorough understanding of maintenance requirements, processes and procedures
Experience designing, analyzing and developing repair drawings for aerospace structural non-conformances
Experience in Structural Analysis (static analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance analysis) preferred
Experience with regulations (TCCA, FAA) and understanding of their impact on conformity and compliance (for example: certification and qualification) preferred
Should possess a thorough knowledge of aircraft materials and hardware as well as Aerospace Engineering standards and specifications
Competence in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Mathcad to a sufficient level to perform the day-to-day tasks
Must be self motivated and disciplined in their work ethic
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with a high sense of commitment, and a willingness to accept responsibilities while acting independently in a high-pressure team environment.
Able to work independently
Able to work as a team member and respond positively to instructions
Able to work under pressure
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Well organized and detail orientated
Effective time manager and ability to meet deadlines while performing tasks accurately
Have a willingness to accept responsibility
Good research skills
Adaptable

Nice To Haves

Engineering experience in the aviation industry
Familiarity with the structural design philosophy and primary and secondary structure repair methodology for Boeing or Airbus commercial aircraft
Experience in Structural Analysis (static analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance analysis)
Experience with regulations (TCCA, FAA) and understanding of their impact on conformity and compliance (for example: certification and qualification)

Responsibilities

Provides engineering support to maintenance as required for disposition of discrepant conditions affecting aircraft or components in order to restore serviceable status, including assisting with interpretation of the aircraft manufacturer’s repair manuals, drawings and other repair instructions
Responds to requests from maintenance when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems
Researches, develops and substantiates repair plans for structural defects, corrosion, or service damage on transport category aircraft
Maintains knowledge of current and pending regulations which affect areas of responsibility and ensures that all Engineering actions maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
All other duties as assigned