PROJECT ENGINEER

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITIONSUMMARY:

The Project Engineer reports tothe Director of Engineering and is responsible for representing the ComluxEngineering Department to both internal and external customers. The Project Engineer shall coordinate the effortsof various teams of engineers in the development and management of VIP Aircraft Interior Completions projects. The Project Engineer will performproject-level scheduling, reporting, and financial tracking; and, willfacilitate progress for the team ensuring that projects are completed in atimely and cost-effective manner, including working across various functionalgroups (Furnishings, Structures, Mechanical Systems, Electrical), OutsideService providers, and Civil Aviation Authorities to accomplish goals.

EXAMPLESOF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide Engineering Liaison support; independently make decisions concerning engineering/production discrepancies and successfully resolve fit, form, and function issues while understanding the limitations of manufacturing and methods.
2. Creates designs for interior completions in accordance with aircraft manufacturer guidelines and engineering best practices.
3. Interfaces with structural, mechanical systems, interior, avionics and electrical design engineers to ensure certifiable designs in support of Interior Modification STCs for Large Transport category Aircraft (14 CFR/EASA Part 25).
4. Within a multi-function, matrix organization, manages all systems for integrated project scheduling, planning, and project control to optimize resource allocation and cost and schedule requirements for all projects.
5. Ensures that all influencing organizations including the executive, leadership and accounting management groups have cohesive and common visibility to the department demands to enable proper prioritization and/or staffing decisions through visibility to Comlux Engineering Department project plans.
6. Develops integrated management framework for and processes for project planning and execution phases across the enterprise, departments, and across multiple Comlux teams. Coordinates closely with Group Leads and Program Managers to develop, monitor, perform risk assessment, and execute program plans prior to formal authorization for engineering commencement.
7. Prepares plans, reports and presentations to communicate to program teams and leadership the performance status of the enterprise against customer and program commitments.
8. Generates and maintains execution plans, schedules and supporting budgets for projects.
9. Provides and/or coordinates the technical interface to key Outside Service Vendors (OSV).
10. Contributes to and develops Internal Operating Procedures (IOP).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION,EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, ETC:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and 8 years of directly related experience or 12 years directly related experience.

2. Minimumseven (7) years’ experience in Aircraft Completion, Project Planning,Management, and Certification.

3. Experienceimplementing management & administration tools, systems & training forproject control, tracking & reporting.

1. Valid Passport with the ability to travel in and out of the United States.

REQUIREDSKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Computer Aided Drafting/Design (AutoCAD preferred), Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook MS Project, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer
2. Aviation background and aircraft interior experience preferred.
3. Knowledge of mechanical design and documentation standards.
4. Budget and project management experience required.
5. Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
6. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
7. Strong time-management and organizational skills.

WORKENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described here is representative ofthose required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this jobwith or without reasonable accommodations.

The office building where this position works is a typicaloffice environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverseenvironmental issues in the immediate vicinity of the work station. Theemployee in this position will experience occasional outdoor exposure to heat,cold, and environmental elements when called upon to locate personnel workinginside or outside of a Hangar.

ORGANIZATIONALSTRUCTURE:

Reportsto: Director of Engineering

Manages: None

Career Path: Engineering Department Management or Directorof Engineering

The above statements areintended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed bypeople assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustivedescription of all work requirements and responsibilities. The jobdescription does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to changeas the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Additionally, the minimumlevel of education notated as a requirement could be supplemented bycommensurate experience and/or certification(s) or license(s) as determined bythe hiring manager.