Cabin Engineer Lead

Design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems and components, typically in support of aircraft interior modifications (STC projects) including integration of seats, monuments, PSUs, flooring, emergency equipment, sidewall/dado/ceiling panels, windows, stowage bins and placards. Selectek has partnered with a growing aviation client in the Indianapolis, IN Metro area that is looking for a Cabin Engineer Lead to design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems components needed to support Aircraft interior modifications.

Selectek has partnered with a growing aviation client in the Indianapolis, IN Metro area that is looking for a Cabin Engineer Lead to design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems components needed to support Aircraft interior modifications.

Base salary commensurate with experience and education.

Job Description:
Successful candidate will perform a variety of aircraft cabin/interiors engineering work including drawing interpretation, design and substantiation as related to transport category aircraft cabin interior modifications.

What you will be responsible for:
 

• Research new technology (material and manufacturing processes) for use in seating and interior products for the development of new lightweight and cost-efficient products.
• Design and analyze aircraft cabin interior systems and components, typically in support of aircraft interior modifications (STC projects) including integration of seats, monuments, PSUs, flooring, emergency equipment, sidewall/dado/ceiling panels, windows, stowage bins and placards.
•  Work independently to gather data and input on the development of original designs or adaptations of existing designs after having been given general instructions regarding scope and parameters.
• Coordinate and monitor cabin interiors aspects of project schedule with project managers and cabin engineers.
• Prepare cabin interior modification/installation/fabrication drawings, engineering reports and work instructions. Support cabin engineers with assignments and skills development as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and presentations with suppliers, customers, and various internal departments to obtain input on, agreement with, and understanding of project objectives and schedules.
• Troubleshoot aircraft issues during STC prototype and post STC using standard testing tools and methods.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 10%).

Required:  

• 5+ years of engineering design or analysis experience.
• Experience with commercial aircraft (Airbus or Boeing) required.
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs - from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) as they apply to transport category aircraft.
• Familiarity with the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) process.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and technical publications (i.e.: Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC)).
• Experience creating engineering details, assemblies and installation drawings using AutoCAD/Inventor, Solidworks or other standard engineering drawing convention.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.