Senior Lead Engineer

Job Description

This position is for a Senior Stress Engineering professional with sound knowledge of structural engineering and expertise in providing technical solutions on all Collins Aerostructures commercial nacelle hardware who will help in minimizing aircraft downtime and ensures compliance with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA/EASA) requirements. Position: Senior Lead Engineer - Stress Engineering Primary Responsibilities: Perform repair stress analysis and develop analytical methods for medium to complex technical issues in supporting airline operational requirements, formal certification reports, and design changes Should be able to provide engineering judgments and support margin explorations for repair solutions based on certification analysis, on various nacelle components for different programs Apply structural analysis principles to support repair design development on metallic and composite structures. Prepare airworthiness documents including substantiating analysis and obtain/coordinate sign-off with airworthiness organization 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 help in driving organization s vision of the best aerospace systems company in the world 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 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role. Understanding of load path, load balance, free body diagram and experience in classical hand analysis methods as well as advanced FE used in Aerospace structural analysis using Patran/Nastran. Understanding of static and fatigue analyses of metallic and composite aircraft structures. Knowledge of Nacelle Systems for new aircraft programs such B787, A320Neo, A220, A350 Sound knowledge of repairs for metallic and/or composite structures and various inspection methods and common defects Demonstrate flexibility to work in day shifts and on weekends or holidays on rotation whenever required, strictly adheres to work timings. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with short lead times handling multiple repair tasks. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Patran/Nastran (Sol 101, 106, 111) 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 Technical understanding of maintenance, repair, overhaul, and regulatory requirements in the commercial aircraft industry.