Design Engineer (Intermediate) - Mechanical Systems

THE MECHANICAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPE DESIGN CHANGES AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING THE CREATION AND REVIEW OF CERTIFICATION PLANS, DESIGNS, DRAWINGS, TEST PLANS & REPORTS, DESIGN REVIEWS, CALCULATIONS & ANALYSIS, AND COMPLIANCE REPORTS RELATED TO AIRCRAFT MECHANICAL, POWERPLANT, FUEL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS.

Responsibilities

• Support the senior mechanical engineers, and mentor junior engineers as required
• Prepare type design and/or manufacturing process changes related to aircraft mechanical, propulsion and fuel systems to improve, quality, safety, and performance of aeronautical products
• Review engineering change requests and participate in the classification of type design changes
• Assist with developing certification plans for changes to existing type designs or new aeronautical products
• Create test plans, analysis reports, design reviews and other substantiating documents
• Design and prepare flight test change orders for test aircraft modifications and installation of test equipment
• Participate in testing (ground & flight), perform post-test analysis, create and review test reports
• Generate and review compliance reports to document compliance to the regulations
• Develop and review engineering, material, and process specifications
• Support Continuing Airworthiness activities including review of technical publications and investigation of occurrences and service difficulties
• Participate in research and development activities for new products or designs.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• 5 years relevant Aerospace Engineering experience in aeronautical product development
• Experience performing type design changes to aeronautical products
• Familiar with FADEC engine control systems and software
• Knowledgeable in aircraft controls, landing gear, powerplants, fuel and hydraulic systems
• Experience with CATIA V5, AutoCAD / DraftSight, and Solid Edge
• Proficiency in MS Office products and collaboration tools
• Excellent time management skills
• Works well within a team environment
• Capable of independent decision making
• Able to prioritize tasks based on company needs
• Knowledge of Airworthiness Manual Chapter 523 Canadian Aviation Regulations is an asset
• Professional Engineering Licence is an asset
• Private pilot license is an asset

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Aerospace and/or Mechanical Engineering

We offer a market-standard salary based on your professional and personal suitability.

If you are interested in this challenging position, we are looking forward receiving your application!