Aerospace Design Engineer - Aircraft Modifications
Summary
| Title: | Aerospace Design Engineer - Aircraft Modifications |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1062 |
| Department: | Engineering |
| Job Type: | Exempt (salaried) |
| City: | Houston |
| State: | Texas |
Description
Work Location: NASA Johnson Space Center - Ellington (Houston, TX)
Minimum Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Clearance: US Government
JOB DESCRIPTION
Support the NASA JSC Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) at Ellington Field. AOD currently manages 5 types of manned fixed-wing aircraft including T-38 Astronaut Trainer Jets, WB-57 High Altitude Research Aircraft, Gulfstream III, GulfStream V, Supper Guppy Transport and several smaller Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: B.S. Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Year(s) of Experience: 5 - 10 yrs (preferably in aircraft modifications)
Required Skills and Traits
- Strong Proficiency in Pro Engineer / Creo (critical requirement)
- Proficiency in AutoCad
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in producing drawings to ANSI standards (critical requirement)
- Comprehensive working knowledge of engineering principles, repair and fabrication practices, aviation hardware, and general aircraft maintenance operations
- Hands-on experience with airframe structures
- Fluency in aircraft industry standards for fasteners and materials
- Ability to convey technical concepts during design review meetings
- Must be a self-starter who is adaptable and highly motivated (critical requirement)
- Must work well with a team
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability and willingness to travel, both foreign and domestic
- Ability to maneuver around airplanes (e.g., climb stairs, get on work stands, man lifts) and in confined areas (e.g., aircraft interiors, cargo compartments)
Desired Skills and Traits
- Experience with aircraft riveted sheetmetal construction a plus
- Experience with aircraft structural repairs a plus
- Ability to perform basic structural analyses a plus
- Knowledge of aircraft design concepts, industry design standards, and FAA regulations a plus
- Experience with FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) modifications a plus
- Experience working with the FAA and Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) a plus
QTS, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, disability or military status.
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