Associate Structural Engineer

The Associate Structural Engineer will manage entry level structural engineering support requests from first contact with customer to delivery of repair solution.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Under supervision - Work directly with Falcon operators/repair centers and coordinate with Dassault Aviation to produce structural repair solutions, modifications to wings, fuselage, skins, fairings, control surfaces, structural attachments, etc.
• Under supervision - Ensure FAA and EASA requirements by supplying substantiation as needed for repairs or modifications to aircraft structures
• Under supervision - Be the interface with our customers to support the implementation of Dassault Aviation approved modifications and repairs
• Under supervision - Coordinate with internal departments, e.g., Spares, Technical Support, Programs, to ensure efficient management of customers structural repair projects
• Attend and present 1 M&O seminar technical session
• Complete the exchange program with DA Structure Repair team in Merignac

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• BS degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering required
• Equivalent education may be considered

Experience

• Entry level

Skills and abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers in a professional manner (oral and written communication)
• Basic project management skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects effectively
• Basic technical writing skills
• PC computer and CAD drawing experience: knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel – Academic knowledge of Finite Element / 3D Modeling using CATIA is also a plus
• Must be a team player with a cooperative and helpful nature
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as needed
• English language skills required

• Familiar with FAR 25 Airworthiness Standards: Transport Category Aircraft and/or MMPDS (formally MIL- Handbook 5)
• French language skills desired
• Pilot’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Full time position
• Typical office environment, with
• regular hangar/ramp visits
• Daily use of personal computer, desk and mobile phones
• Ability to lift ten pounds
• Moderate noise levels when on ramps/in hangars
• Ability to access all aircraft structural areas using stands, ladders, stairs, or squatting under wings, fuselage
• International travel to Merignac’s Dassault Aviation facility
• Travel domestically as necessary to attend M&O seminar and visit service centers (ASC)

NON-PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Work on special projects/additional duties relevant to this job level as assigned by management

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