Powerplant & Mechanical Systems Engineer I (Full Time)

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Piper Aircrafts worldwide headquarters is based in beautiful Vero Beach, FL. - located just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. We are the largest private employer in Indian River County and offer exciting and enriching careers. We aim to be the best. So, its only natural that we strive to recruit the best people in and to give you every opportunity to become even better. After all, ours is a company that never stands still. Thats why we provide a supportive team-working environment in which each individuals needs are respected. No matter what role youre in, youll help us make the most of our business. And, well, help you make the most of your career. So, make Piper Aircraft your ultimate destination. Together, well go further than you ever thought possible.

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### Job Description

Powerplant & Mechanical Systems Engineer I

#### Full Time

#### Department: All Openings

#### Engineering

### Essential Job Functions

• Produce details, parts, assemblies, and installations using a combination of solid models (NX or mylar drawings), engineering orders (EOs), and/or engineering work orders.
• Familiarization of standard industry hardware (AS, NAS, MS, etc.) and fabrication of parts and assemblies using a combination of aerospace materials, sheet metal forming, and/or machining processes.
• Ability to evaluate material specifications (metals, rubbers, plastics, greases, etc.) to determine the correct use of material for the design application, operating environment, and system performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot production issues that arise during aircraft build, system checkout procedures, and flight testing to determine the best corrective action with consideration to system functionality, cost, and schedule.
• Define criteria to aid in the development and validation of part design, such as inspections and test plans.
• Coordinate projects with various departments, structures, methods, manufacturing, FAA, ODA, etc., and incorporate feedback to ensure new or revised designs satisfy all company and FAA requirements.
• Evaluate component and system-level performance to determine replacement options for part obsolescence.
• Other job duties as required.

#### Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. May be required to train and assist other employees effectively, partnering and collaborating on department and cross-functional organizational initiatives.

#### Minimum Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent with 0-3 years of experience working with aircraft systems, including but not limited to propulsion, propeller, fuel, fuel quantity, fire detection, flight control, pitot-static, environmental control, cabin pressure control, oxygen, hydraulic, brake, and/or anti-icede-ice systems.
• Working knowledge of CAD software specifically Siemens NX and Teamcenter is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
• Physical Demands:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.
• Mental Demands:
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and to prioritize tasks.
• Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
• Working Conditions:
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and plant environments.
• May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Interacts regularly with various staff and employees and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members, and regulatory agency representatives.
• Travel and overtime are required when necessary.

#### Operational Excellence

• Supports all operational excellence initiatives, ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.
• Maintains a safe, orderly working environment, including FOD compliance.
• Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft Inc. corporate compliance policies.
• Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Work ethically and with integrity, upholding organizational values.
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) behaviors, physical space, and hazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual.

#### Quality Assurance

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules, and regulations appropriate to job function.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Work ethically and with integrity, upholding organizational values.
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) behaviors, physical space, and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

#### Compliance

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules, and regulations appropriate to job function.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Work ethically and with integrity, upholding organizational values.
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) behaviors, physical space, and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

#### Communicates Effectively

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.

#### Decision Quality

• Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables.
• Optimizes work processes.
• Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.
• Drives results consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.

#### Teamwork

• Interacts partners and collaborates effectively with others positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

#### American with Disability Act Requirements

• External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
• All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.
• Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Work beyond 40 hours per week, including mandatory overtime, may be required.
• Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa, green card, or non-immigrant visa such as L-1A, L-1B, H-1B, O-1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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