Associate Material Review Engineer

Responsibilities

• Represent Engineering as members of the Material Review Board (MRB) in an Aerospace production or preproduction environment.
• Formulate, analyze, substantiate, and document dispositions for production nonconformances within the boundaries of Federal Aviation Regulations and OEM delegated requirements.
• Utilize independent, single signature authority for dispositioning nonconformances on aircraft structural components, systems, functional tests, and wiring/electrical installations under rapid-paced production schedules.
• Apply systems-thinking to improve producibility of hardware and resolve production problems.
• Investigate for root cause and recommend resolution to design discrepancies.
• Manage projects and lead or participate in cross-functional teams to accomplish engineering and manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University with 2+ years of engineering experience.
• Aerospace or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
• Experience with composite materials in design.
• Knowledge of CATIA V5 programs.
• Experience managing projects and leading/participating in cross-functional teams to accomplish engineering initiatives.
• Experience in reading and interpreting aircraft maintenance documents, engineering repair design, and repair substantiation working for an airline, FAA Part 145 Repair station, and/or aircraft OEM Liaison.
• Knowledge of both production and design processes including aircraft industry standard repair methods.
• Skill in developing innovative revisions to the design and manufacture of machined parts, sheet metal parts, welded assemblies, non-metals, advanced composite components, and new material integration.
• Ability to communicate effectively, act decisively, and demonstrate innovation and resourcefulness.
• Ability to develop, implement, and integrate technical curriculum.

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Pay & Benefits

• We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent.
• Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
• The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• Summary Pay Range: $76,250 - $116,900
• Compensation Note: Employees in this position may become eligible for an additional premium upon receipt of applicable delegation authority, reflecting the increased responsibility associated with holding delegated authority.
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