Project Engineer III (Aerospace)

Job Description

For more than 65 years, HEICO Corporation has thrived by serving niche segments of the aviation, defense, space and electronic industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services.

HEICO's high energy culture focuses our Team Members' on providing high quality products and services to our customer base.

Our leadership approach creates a dynamic environment that continually challenges our Team Members to perform at their best.

For four consecutive years, Forbes Magazine ranked HEICO as one of the 200 "Best Small Companies." HEICO Corporation offers competitive compensation, paid vacation and holidays, an excellent 401K plan with company match, and medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.

ROLE : The SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER will be responsible for providing support to QA, Supply Chain, suppliers and customers with regards to the continued operational safety of airworthy flight hardware.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following :

• Provide support for QA, Supply Chain and suppliers about drawing interpretation, manufacturing methods, inspection methods, etc.
• Evaluate non-conforming materials, including analyzing the non-conformance for fit, function, safety, and reliability, and communicating with QA, Supply Chain and suppliers, as required
• Completing Engineering Changes with supporting substantiation and drawing changes as required for product improvement
• Provide support for customers and operators regarding our products
• Participate in design reviews for supplier changes, product changes and / or improvements for production parts
• Perform reviews of first article inspections and documentation for dormancy and supplier changes of production parts
• Review and provide feedback to suppliers on the manufacturing process plans for production parts
• Provide guidance to more junior Project Engineers on designs, methods, regulations and procedures
• Develop test plans for production parts
• Design tooling and / or fixtures to aide in the inspection of production parts
• Other related duties may be assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university

EXPERIENCE :

• 5 - 10 years aerospace / mechanical design / manufacturing experience is required
• Experience using 3D CAD software (Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Experience with aerospace design, testing, manufacturing and / or maintenance required

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES :

• Language : English
• Computer Skills : MS Office, 3D CAD software (Pro-E, SolidWorks, etc)
• Mathematical Skills : Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.

• Reasoning Abilities : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance and Standard Measurement & Test Equipment for Aerospace products is preferred
• Knowledge of aircraft engine components, controls & accessories, and / or aircraft interiors is preferred
• Knowledge of basic structural, thermal, and modal analysis of mechanical components is required
• Knowledge of aerospace materials and coatings is preferred
• Knowledge of conventional aerospace manufacturing methods, including; milling, turning, grinding, lapping, stamping, forging, casting, molding, EDM, ECM, welding, brazing, heat treating, etc. is required
• Strong organizational skills, strict attention to details and ability to multitask and prioritize as necessary, with minimal supervisory direction.
• Possess a strong work ethic and willingness to get the job done in a timely manner
• Must thrive in a team-oriented and deadline-driven environment
• Ability to analyze all aspects of a situation to gain thorough insight to make decisions
• Understanding the need for urgency
• A high level of commitment to quality and customer satisfaction

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member occasionally may be required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

talk or hear; and frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

They must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Position will work primarily in an office environment with low noise level, but may have some exposure to the manufacturing floor which has mid to high noise level with exposure to manufacturing machinery / equipment / chemicals