Principal Electromechanical Engineer

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

About the role

The Principal Electromechanical Engineer provides technical expertise and leadership in Electromechanical Actuation (EMA) Design and Gear Design/Analysis. This role researches and carries out complex engineering assignments that result in the introduction of new technologies, products, or processes, contributing to broad product, technology, customer, and strategic business impact. The position does not have direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert technical advice and recommendations on EMA and Gear Design, leads internal and customer design reviews, and proposes methodology for problem-solving and analysis on complex design or customer issues.
• Researches and develops technology with an R&D and product development focus.
• Provides expert technical information on EMA and Gear Design concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations.
• Communicates and coordinates with other technical resources to provide recommendations, lessons learned, and methods for problem-solving to maximize contribution to multiple projects or programs.
• Makes technical proposals and presentations to various internal and customer groups to influence business decisions.
• Maintains and protects company intellectual property.
• Conducts analysis and/or tests pertaining to the development of new designs, methods, materials, equipment, or processes and completes required documentation.
• Compiles and analyzes operation, test, and research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified products or systems.
• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products, or equipment when necessary data are insufficient or confirmation by testing is advisable.
• Investigates, researches, and operationalizes new technologies in specialty or related areas to improve cost and performance by applying advanced engineering design methods, theories, and research techniques.
• Maintains an advanced level of professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, benchmarking best practices, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Acts as a consultant to management on technical and project-related matters and serves as a functional expert.
• Identifies mentoring and development needs; serves as a mentor for other employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree (or Professional Engineer (PE) certificate) in engineering or a science/technical discipline; Master degree preferred.
• Technical knowledge and experience that meets the qualification requirements of an FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or Organization Designed Authority (ODA)-Authorized Representative (AR) is a plus.
• 10-12 years of related experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Comprehensive, advanced knowledge of EMA and gear design engineering theories, principles, industry practices, concepts, techniques, government regulations, and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to research, develop, and integrate new technologies.
• Ability to communicate and influence varied audiences to gain support or resolve issues, including making effective presentations on complex topics to top management, customers, and/or other key stakeholders.
• Ability to apply and integrate knowledge of other related engineering areas.
• Proficient with software and specialized data analysis and engineering design tools.
• Ability to establish and track performance to goals and objectives to complete complex or major projects and provide direction to the team at project milestones.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or other internal teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and participation in the Annual Incentive Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage with competitive premium costs.
• Voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, and a Care.com membership.
• Financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 company-paid holidays.