Engineer I - Aerospace Coatings International

About the role

The Engineer I is primarily responsible for developing and documenting technical data to support the repair activities at ACI. This is an entry level position for a new graduate or an engineer new to aviation/MRO.

Responsibilities

• Develop repair instructions in accordance with engineering procedures and industry specifications.
• Develop substantiating technical data in accordance with engineering procedures and applicable regulations.
• Use various measuring tools and gages to reverse engineer parts.
• Use XRF Gun and hardness tester to determine alloy and hardness of various metals.
• Create drawings and figures for repair instructions.
• Substantiate and document equivalencies for tools, equipment, materials and processes to support repair activities.
• Communicate with customers and other interested parties to determine needs and design repair solutions.
• Communicate with DERs and the FAA as needed to obtain approval for major repairs.

Skills

• Ability to understand stress analysis and/or mechanics of materials and apply them to practical applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent computer aided design tool.
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, as well as generating technical drawings.
• Knowledge of applicable 14 CFR regulations, specifically parts 23, 25, 43, 65, & 145.
• Basic understanding of common repair processes and specifications including plating, thermal spray, NDT, machining/grinding, shot-peening and welding preferred.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of metallurgy is desirable.
• Must possess clear written and oral technical communication skills to all levels of the organization and other stakeholders.
• Must be able to manage time appropriately to balance multiple projects.