JOB SUMMARY:

The repair development engineer is responsible for designing extended repairs to restore airworthiness in aircraft components and assemblies that were otherwise deemed scrap. Write work instructions for operations to carry out the manufacturing processes required. Justify the repairs through use of engineering analysis and tools such as hand calculations, finite element analysis, and other methods. Coordinate with approving agencies to gain approval/certification of the repairs. Adhere to and improve the quality standards used in the aerospace industry as well as Textron Aviation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expand Able Aerospace Services capability and business by developing expanded repairs
• Design repair manufacturing requirements for operations to execute based on industry standard practices

• Develop engineering justifications/analysis to support the airworthiness of the components and gain approval through various agencies such as the FAA, EASA, JCAB, etc.

• Manage repair development projects through planning, coordination, reporting, and ownership of goals and deadlines

• Perform peer review of repair documents and justifications

• Collaborate with team to facilitate improvement of skills and experience 

• Help resolve technical issues that may be found within productions or engineering

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required
• Minimum 2 years’ engineering or related technical experience required

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Technical writing expertise
• Requires self-starter skills and the ability to investigate the problem statement for each condition, part, and proposed solution
• Ability to thrive in a team environment that requires peer reviews and cross-functional sharing of info
• Technical and operational understanding of various maintenance operation processing techniques, and mechanical systems
• Knowledgeable in computer applications relating to the job including, Microsoft Office Suite, CAD/CAM software, and other aerospace applications 
• Project management skills including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver timely results
• Able to run analytical justifications through hand calculations. FEA software experience is a plus
• Understanding of production processes, OEM manual data, and proper use of GD&T
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Good communication skills including written and verbal

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.