Design Engineer II

A Design Engineer II is responsible for designing general aviation components and systems and authoring certification reports, test plans, and analyses. They may work on existing type certified aircraft in production or on new aircraft in development. Using education and experience, they ensure that aircraft are designed and constructed to company, industry, and regulatory standards.

What you will do

Key Responsibilities include:

• Design components, sub-assemblies, and systems relative to general aviation aircraft. This involves generating concepts, developing designs, validating assumptions and data, creating 3D drawings, testing designs, and gaining relevant approvals.
• Create, issue, and revise certification programs, test plans, and reports.
• Issue and update compliance documents and reports.
• Issue Minor Change documentation.
• Collaborate with the Aircraft Certification Office (ACO) on major change approvals and monitor and provide regular status on progress to Lead and Principal Engineers.
• Maintain the change register.
• Conduct design audits with the ACO.
• Work with FAA and foreign regulators on type certificate validations.
• Using SolidWorks, create, modify, and update engineering drawings for both individual components and large, complex assemblies in accordance with company procedure manuals.
• Lead engineering teams in completing design and certification projects.
• Provide mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Collaborate with the production team to improve product quality, production efficiency, and workplace safety.

Game Composites is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Experience and Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in aerospace design.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language.
• Proficient with 3D modeling software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Ability to follow a structured design and certification process.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Strong technical writing abilities.
• Composite design and fabrication experience.
• Previous work experience with a general aviation OEM.
• Experience with 14 CFR Part 23 and interfacing with the FAA.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
• Knowledge of standard aviation fasteners and AN hardware.
• Previous experience as a private or professional pilot.Personal attributes that support your success
• High intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial, creative thinker and problem-solver, fast learner, with demonstrated initiative.
• High level of maturity and ability to work in a team setting or independently.
• Willing to roll up your sleeves to help drive results.
• Unquestionable ethics and personal integrity.
• Passion for aircraft, flying, and all things aviation.

Game Composites is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.