Job Summary
Responsible for providing continuing engineering support for Cirrus fleet of SR2X and SF50 aircraft. The primary focus of the Mechanical Sustaining Engineer is to evaluate, and redesign components and systems based on reliability, cost, weight or safety. Also, support resolving mechanical functional issues. Use analysis, bench and flight testing, along with good design practices to determine the root cause and verify solution. This must be done with compliance of the governing FAA regulations and Cirrus specifications. The Mechanical Sustaining Engineer must be able to run medium sized projects, coordinating easily with many other areas of the company and outside vendors.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Integration and testing of mechanical systems and equipment, including:
- Requirements development and traceability
- Research and identification of potential solutions to design objectives
- Detail design and installation
- Test case development, execution, and troubleshooting on both bench and aircraft
- Coordinate design development and system integration within Cirrus and with subcontractors
- Generate high quality reports and test plans that will be used to meet FAR Part 23 requirements
- Investigate and troubleshoot mechanical systems issues reports from field aircraft
- Support the production team in addressing mechanical issues on production aircraft
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent) required
- 5 years of relevant engineering experience required
- Experience with data acquisition system development and application desired.
- Experience working on aircraft Mechanical Systems, e.g. ECS, I&RPS, Air-conditioning, landing gear assemblies, wheels, tires, brakes, nose wheel steering, etc. preferred
- 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 as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 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!
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
