Mechanical Design Engineer II

About the role

The role involves the development of engineering design data within budget, adhering to FAA, customer, and ZIM Aircraft Cabin Solutions (ZACS) standards of quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to complete various seating programs.
• Complete feasibility studies to assist with the development of ZACS proposals and statements of work from limited specification information.
• Develop and produce design data required for the proper manufacture, assembly and installation of aircraft seating assemblies and components.
• Perform fastener selections, tolerance studies, weight and cost studies assessments.
• Develop preliminary engineering analysis necessary to substantiate aircraft modifications.
• Review the design data produced by less experienced Design Engineers.
• Absorb and share expertise with less experienced Design Engineers by acting as a mentor/resource.
• Interface with other ZACS departments to ensure customer & ZACS requirements are met.
• Interface with the Substantiation Engineering group and ODA representatives to ensure that all designs meet the established FAA regulatory criteria.
• Attend/support design review meetings with ZACS staff.
• Provide technical support to ZACS Manufacturing during the manufacturing and assembly phases of ZACS developed designs.
• Provide support during receipt and installation of seats by airframe/customer as required.
• Develop expertise with aircraft seat design concepts and industry design and test standards.
• Support other Engineering groups as workload requirements dictate.
• Become familiar with and adhere to ZACS internal policies and procedures. Provide input and suggestions for continuous improvement of various department procedures, controls, flows and systems.
• Support, in a professional manner, customers, major manufacturers, vendors, FAA, or other outside agencies to promote and support ZACS technical & commercial interests.
• Work on complex design tasks with limited assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum: BS Degree in Engineering or related scientific field, or equivalent combination of experience and coursework.
• Minimum: Two (2) years industry experience in engineering field, preferably dealing in the design of passenger aircraft seating.
• Minimum: Two (2) years of experience utilizing SolidWorks (or comparable CAD program) with demonstrable proficiency.
• Preferred: Five (5) years industry experience in engineering field, preferably dealing in the design of passenger aircraft seating.
• Must possess some knowledge of FAA regulations, certification processes and related requirements.
• Must possess knowledge of standard aircraft components, materials, fabrication practices, aviation hardware and proper application in design.
• Must possess knowledge of engineering principles used in stress analysis, finite element modeling (FEM), 3D-computer modeling, and other analytical substantiation techniques.
• Must possess extensive knowledge of personal computer systems with Microsoft Office.
• Must have knowledge of the use and application of aircraft technical data such as engineering drawings.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills, along with good organizational skills, and be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.