Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the worlds first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at www.cirrusaircraft.com
Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing Aftermarket products and solutions for new and fielded aircraft. The primary focus of the Mech Systems Engineer is to evaluate, design and repair components and systems based on reliability, cost, weight or safety. Use analysis, bench and flight testing, along with good design practices to perform tasks. This must be done with compliance of the governing FAA regulations and Cirrus specifications. The Mech Systems Engineer I must be able to run small to medium sized projects, coordinating easily with many other areas of the company and outside vendors. The ideal candidate will be a Mechanical Engineer with an additional understanding of avionic and/or electrical systems.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and disciplined change management.
- Integration of mechanical systems and equipment, including:
- Requirements, development, and traceability.
- Research and identification of potential solutions to design objectives.
- Detail design and installation.
- Test case development, execution, and troubleshooting on both bench and aircraft.
- Lead small to medium sized projects & solutions.
- Coordinate design development and system integration within Cirrus and with subcontractors.
- Develop a project-based mindset and build across a functional collaboration foundation.
- Generate products to meet FAR Part 23 requirements.
- Communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
- Work both independently and within a cross-functional team.
- Experience with CAD modeling and Drafting.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering required.
- 0-2 years experience in engineering field required (including co-ops/internships).
- Experience in aircraft, automotive, or mechanical design and integration desired.
- FAA certification experience preferred.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
- Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Self-Development: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5 after 90 days, with 100 vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 120 + hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
