Recognized as the global leader in aircraft and component remanufacturing, Nextant Aerospace has redefined the business aviation industry by using reimagined engineering and production capabilities to transform used business aircraft into new modern airframes.
Responsibilities
Responsible for structures engineering support (research, analysis, planning, integration, and testing) for interior/exterior installations on business, commercial and military aviation aircraft
Generates and assembles drawings and documents to support modification and installation of structural and system components on aircraft
Designs and coordinates material and structural repairs
Assists with planning and selection of equipment installation locations
Coordinate and monitor structural/mechanical aspects of project schedule with project managers
Develop cabin interior, systems and structural modification/installation work instructions, procedures and recommendations
Generates 3-D mock-ups of components and installations to test-fit prior to manufacturing
May assist in estimating, quoting and planning in support of aircraft modification
Acts as a liaison between engineering and the aircraft integration/installation teams
Prior knowledge of installations, modifications and structural configurations of aircraft components, fixtures, and associated equipment in accordance with blueprints, worksheets and engineering drawings is required
Supplemental Responsibilities
Assist aircraft integration teams with structural planning and fit checks
Help maintain company owned Supplemental Type Certificate (s) and approved designs
Interfaces with and maintains good working relationships with suppliers and integration teams
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (BS or BST) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (preferred)
3+ years of Aviation Structural integration experience
Familiar with fabrication and/or installation of basic structural systems in aircraft
Familiarity and understanding of aircraft loads and load paths
Experience in static structural analysis calculations for installations
Familiar with standard aircraft assembly and modification shop practices
General knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements (14 CFR Part 21, 23, 25, 145)
Ability to work in and around the aircraft and tight spaces (avionics bays, etc.)
Travel on occasion
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Advanced skill in Microsoft Office Suite
Experienced in mechanical design CAD package(s)
Highly Desired
FAA Structural DER
Exposure to aircraft modifications (AMT, repairman, A&P, etc), FAA and aircraft OEM standard practices, and FAA certification
NCATT certification
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