Sustaining Aircraft Systems Engineer Sr

Cirrus Aircraft•Alcoa, TN

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Aircraft Systems Engineer in the Field Sustaining Engineering department is to provide engineering support and troubleshooting guidance for all certified Cirrus products (current and legacy). Secondary responsibilities include but are not limited to design for reliability improvement, design for manufacturability and/or serviceability improvement, customer satisfaction improvement, and component obsolescence support. The aforementioned responsibilities shall be accomplished in accordance with all governing FAA regulations and Cirrus specifications, investigated using a combination of analysis, bench, and flight testing, and incorporated using best design practices to ensure a robust product line for years to come. This position will be located in Duluth, MN for 2-3 months for training, then be relocated to Knoxville, TN.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field (or equivalent) required
5+ years experience engineering experience required, general aviation aircraft/systems/structures preferred
Experience with aircraft systems development processes and requirements traceability preferred
Aircraft systems design, integration, installation, testing and certification experience preferred
Basic knowledge of aircraft, automotive, or consumer/mechanical systems desired
Experience with data acquisition system development and application desired
FAA certification experience preferred
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
Ability to work both independently and within a cross-functional team
Ability to efficiently learn new skills and manage multiple tasks
Use of lab equipment such air-conditioning system maintenance software and test equipment
Ability to interpret various forms of data and use the information to determine cause and justify solutions to issues
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)

Responsibilities

Investigation and testing of aircraft systems and equipment, including:
Research and identification of potential solutions to design objectives
Test case development, execution, and troubleshooting on both bench and aircraft
Requirement development and traceability
Detail design and installation
Coordinate development and system integration within Cirrus and with suppliers
Generate high quality reports and test plans that will be used to meet FAR Part 23 requirements
Investigate and troubleshoot aircraft system issue reports from production and field aircraft
Support the Field Service team in addressing issues on aircraft

Benefits

401(k) Plan : Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages : Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking : With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO : 120 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus : For referring talented candidates.
Career Development : Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts : Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement : Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!