Avionics Engineer

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## Avionics Engineer

Full Time

Wichita, KS, US

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Works under only general direction. Independently determines and
  
  

develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for

adequacy in meeting objectives.

• Communicates with organizational management regarding scheduling,
  
  

risk, and cost factor relating to engineering issues.

• Communicates organizational needs, oversees employees performance,
  
  

provides guidance, support, and identifies development needs for the

engineering department.

• Design/generate schematics, wiring diagrams, harness assembly, and
  
  

electrical reports with goal of performing on time and under budget.

• Liaison with avionics technicians to resolve installation issues and
  
  

support systems checkout.

• Stays informed of new technologies, trends, and regulations in
  
  

avionics and electrical engineering.

• Develop and implement new processes and design practices to improve
  
  

quality, cycle time, and efficiency.

• Works to the criteria of design proposals, Customer Specifications
  
  

and requirements.

• Researches design proposals, specifications, and requirements.
  
  

Analyzes data and applies to product designs.

• Supports team members and helps ensure that established goals and
  
  

deadlines are met.

• Mentor and provide guidance to Avionics Engineers.
• Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
  
  

Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult

technical issues associated with specific projects.

• Keeps Project Manager informed of status and significant problems.
• Supports the quality management system and quality objectives.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective
  
  

communication, coordination, and working relationships with

organization staff and management.

• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective
  
  

communication, coordination, and working relationships with

customers, suppliers, and outside contacts.

• Progresses in job knowledge and skill required to bring added value
  
  

to the organization.

• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Support avionics in software loading testing, and troubleshooting of
  
  

installed avionics and electrical systems for conformity

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and

level of work of the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list

of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Education And Experience

• Associate\'s Degree accepted, Bachelor\'s of Science in Electrical
  
  

Engineering (BSEE) preferred.

• Possesses 8+ years of experience as an Avionics Engineer, preferably
  
  

with direct experience in avionics systems certification.

• Experience in CAD, AutoCAD, or its equivalent
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with avionics system approval and certification (i.e.
  
  

major/minor, 337, Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)).

• Avionics/Electrical Troubleshooting.
• Familiar with and/or prepared substantiation reports including
  
  

EMI/RFI, Ground/Flight Test Plans, Ground/Flight Test Reports,

Functional Hazard Analysis, Electrical Load Analysis, and System

Safety Assessments.

• Proficient at producing high quality designs to schedule and budget.
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of regulatory requirements needed
  
  

to certify aircraft designs.

Job Competencies

• Superior understanding of Company operations and needs.
• General understanding of m echanical engineering and assembly
  
  

principles.

• General understanding of FAA requirements.
• Able to prioritize projects and multitask.
• Adept at computer applications (Microsoft Office and engineering
  
  

software).

• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Good communications skills.
• Possess an advanced understanding of engineering concepts,
  
  

practices, and procedures.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand Standard English,
  
  

including technical, engineering related vocabulary, for work

correspondence and work products.

• Must be able to adhere to all established safety policies, processes
  
  

and procedures.

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