Job Description

Lead Engineer – Repair Engineering

This position is for a Senior Repair Engineering professional with sound knowledge and technical expertise in designing repairs and providing technical solutions on all Collins Aerostructures commercial nacelle hardware to help minimize aircraft downtime and ensure compliance with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA/EASA) requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design repair solutions for medium to complex technical issues requiring creativity and ingenuity in helping airlines with operational and maintenance requirements.
• Make engineering judgments and apply technical expertise to perform repair design development on metallic and composite structures.
• Communicate with Airline customers for rapid development of technical solutions and work with Airframers, Engine Manufacturers and Suppliers as necessary, to evaluate repair technical data.
• Works with Collins Spares team, Airline/Field Support Managers in resolving Customer issues
• Comply with the US and country specific export control requirements
• Report into Aftermarket technical services manager and helps in driving organization’s vision of the best aerospace systems company in the worlds
• Work with a globally diverse aftermarket team of highly skilled engineers and be at the forefront of driving airline customer experience.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors or master’s degree in Mechanical engineering or Aeronautics with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of developing repairs for metallic and/or composite structures and various inspection methods and common defects
• Demonstrate technical understanding of maintenance, repair, overhaul, and regulatory requirements in the commercial aircraft industry.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work in day shifts and on weekends or holidays on rotation as required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with short lead times handling multiple repair tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Nacelle Systems, Authorized Signatory for Nacelle Repairs
• Knowledge of MS Dynamics CRM systems and practices
• Previous experience in Aftermarket customer support engineering organization
• Knowledge of various technical publications such as Structural Repair Manual, Component Maintenance Manual, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, etc.
• Basic knowledge of EASA/FAA requirements and Associated Repair Documentations

Skills Required

• EASA
• Aircraft Parts Repairs