Design Engineer (Contract)

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Design Engineer to join our Repair Solutions department based in Wichita, Kansas. As a Design Engineer you will support the airline in-service fleet on repairs of aircraft structure and is responsible for the creation of quality repair solutions in a timely manner from a Design point of view. Duties include performing design efforts for both metallic and non-metallic parts while working in close collaboration with static stress and fatigue colleagues to provide repair solutions. Methods include the use of multiple applications to research aircraft configurations and develop efficient repair solutions to satisfy airworthiness requirements and customers (Airlines/MROs).

Responsibilities

Support the airline in-service fleet on repairs of aircraft structure; Perform design efforts for both metallic and non-metallic parts while working in close collaboration with static stress and fatigue colleagues; Use multiple applications to research aircraft configurations and develop efficient repair solutions to satisfy airworthiness requirements and customers (Airlines/MROs); Perform simple/routine analyses to verify repair tasks; Review and interpret damage reports of aircraft structures from the Maintenance Repair Organization and verify repair solutions with support; Collaborate with F&DT, Design and other appropriate Airbus departments to come up with optimum solutions; Perform functional and technical tasks with guidance; Create or modify technical documents such as Technical Communications, Technical Dispositions, Repair Instructions, Repair Drawings etc. within various Airbus computer based applications with high quality and efficiency; Provide responses to simple to routine repair queries by giving guidance as required within Airbus Operations and Customer Services in a clear and concise manner; Understand the priorities of assignments and how this affects workflow; Effectively communicate issues, solutions, ideas, and status of current work to supervision

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical) with a strong curriculum emphasis on structural design and analysis and mechanics of materials; 5+ years of design experience in airframe structures and/or system installation projects; Comfortable working for extended periods of time using computers and in an office environment; Ability to interpret and follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures; Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and bill of material systems; Ability to write reports and business correspondence; Dependable, self-motivated and accessible; Knowledge of maintenance repair shop practices, equipment and capabilities; Strong computer background including MS Office application experience (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail); Up to ~10% domestic and very limited possible international travel; Authorized to Work in the US; Onsite a minimum of 80% of the time at the Wichita Engineering office; Ability to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, documents, reports and engineering drawings; Ability to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear safety warnings or alarms; Ability to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications; Ability to operate most office and personal electronic equipment; Ability to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs; Ability to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs; Ability to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools; Ability to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer; Ability to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving; Ability to stand for discussions in offices; Ability to travel independently and at short notice; Ability to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces; Personal Protective Equipment required including Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site