Product Design Engineer

SUMMARY:

Our client is a leading developer, manufacturer, and distributor of FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Approved aftermarket PMA (Parts Manufacturing Approval) components. They provide cost-effective replacement parts that meet or exceed the quality of OEM parts.

The company is part of a rapidly expanding FAA-authorized aviation service group with ten locations, globally.

Established in the early 1990s, the company boasts a team of highly skilled professionals dedicated to exceeding goals while prioritizing people. They offer competitive salaries, industry-leading benefits, and a culture of continuous improvement and career advancement within the Aircraft Maintenance Industry.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop data packages for FAA PMA (Parts Manufacturing Approval).
• Create 3-D models and manufacturing drawings of PMA articles.
• Develop work instructions to outline the manufacturing processes of PMA articles.
• Communicate effectively with customers and vendors to ensure timelines are met and goals are achieved.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with inventory control by placing purchase orders to replenish stock levels.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure articles meet design requirements and manage non-conforming articles.
• Create engineering change orders to update detailed manufacturing drawings.

Qualifications, Education, and Other Requirements:

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, Access, and MS Outlook.
• Strong expertise in Solidworks, with the ability to create models, assemblies, and manufacturing prints.
• General knowledge of applying GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• General knowledge of manufacturing techniques (casting, forgings, milling, turning, etc.).
• General knowledge of inspection techniques (micrometers, calipers, CMM).