217790 - Sustaining Engineer
- Industry
- ENG
- Region
- CA-S.Cali-Los Angeles/Orange Counties
- City
- Torrance
- State
- CA
- Rate
- Up to $150000.00 DOE
- Duration
- Description
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Sustaining Engineer for a direct opportunity in Torrance, CA.
Client is offering comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision and other supplemental plans which begin on the day you begin employment with the Client. Their Supplemental Plans include Voluntary Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Client offers a competitive 401k Plan.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Must have 6-10 years of experience
- Understanding of civil aircraft certification requirements
- A strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, structures, and systems engineering concepts as applied to helicopters
- Must be a proven self-starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent academic record
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with others
- Ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities
- Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills to drive issues to closure and provide clear insight to company leadership
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- For issues within service aircraft, conducts investigations to determine root cause and proposes resolutions including design, process, or specification changes
- Implements engineering changes to existing designs to address field issues, manufacturing issues, parts obsolescence and qualification, and product improvements
- Reviews, researches, and conducts analysis leading to disposition of Material Review Records (MRRs)
Assists with investigating and addressing Continued •Operational Safety items- Ensures issues which may affect flight safety are prioritized
- Propose changes to reduce the occurrence of MRRs
Contributes to the content of Service bulletins, Service letters, Kits, and Manuals.- Analyzes fleet and individual aircraft data to identify trends allowing for early detection and resolution of quality and service issues
- Conducts Minor Change projects including designing, developing, integrating, and verifying structures, components, mechanical systems, and assemblies
- Conduct analysis of loads and stress to inform design decisions
- Create detail, assembly, and installation design definitions using CAD software
Identify, plan, and conduct tests for components, assemblies and aircraft in the laboratory, ground, and flight test environment as necessary to include test planning, conformity, instrumentation, test conduct, data analysis, and issue resolution Validate that designs meet customer expectations, design objectives, and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 27- Interface with suppliers to identify solutions to problems, establish requirements, and ensure requirements are satisfied
- Maintain a presence on the factory floor and repair station to ensure rapid engineering response to issues
- Report project status, schedules, and risks
- Develop processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the work
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field or equivalent professional work experience
WORK HOURS:
- Full-Time
- 2nd Shift
Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
- Contact
-
Kevin Suk
ksuk@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Phone: (310) 414-7800 x230 or (800) 927-9318 x230
Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.
Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.