Seat Design Engineer

Seat Design Engineer

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Seat Design & Certification Engineers play a crucial role in the design, development, and testing of aircraft seats and their installations. They prioritize safety, comfort, and customer experience while considering manufacturability, cost, weight, and schedule. These engineers utilize both basic and advanced technical skills to solve complex engineering problems. They develop proficiency in part and mechanism design using various manufacturing methods. Additionally, they stay informed about industry standards and actively contribute to Seat Engineering projects across different lifecycle stages. Their work involves creating engineering drawings, fabricating prototypes, coordinating testing, and collaborating within cross-functional teams. By continuously improving processes, they ensure that all work meets or exceeds customer requirements. Design assignments are executed under the direction of the Engineering Supervisor/Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Creates engineering drawing packages using CATIA V5 or V6

Uses technical skills and principles to develop solutions to common engineering problems

Assists in the creation of test procedures and coordination of testing

Works well in a cross-functional and diverse team environment

Actively works to improve daily processes and ensures all work meets or exceeds customer requirements

Develops and maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company products and processes.

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree required in:

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Other related field

Engineering experience or relative aviation technical experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

Professional and diplomatic demeanor

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong sense of accountability and integrity

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects

Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office programs

Experience in CATIA V5 or V6 is preferred

Builds and maintains constructive relationships

Quickly grasps new concepts when faced with unfamiliar tasks

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 06/17/2024, 5:50:54 PM
Job Number: 324474