Associate Engineer. Performs a variety of engineering work including design, analysis, substantiation, certification, drawing interpretation and project management as related to transport category aircraft.
What you will be responsible for: 

• Create step-by-step work instructions for the repairs and deviations of hardware and components as they relate to aircraft structures, systems, interiors and avionics.
• Create engineering installations and repair drawings using AutoCAD or similar software programs.
• Repair, design and analysis of metal, composite and metal-bond structures.
• Translate guidance and engineering principles and procedures into usable working direction for assigned projects.
• Gathers, coordinates and applies basic engineering data using established and appropriate or defined engineering principles and procedures.
• Applies area of specialty to design, develop and implement creative and innovative solutions to difficult problems.
• Reviews progress with management and recommends corrective action along with review of alternatives.
• Performs such individual assignments as supervisors and superiors may direct; ensure adequate and continuous controls are exercised over all assigned activities affecting quality.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community; and maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
• All other duties as assigned.
   

What you will need to be successful in this role: 

• Understanding of standard engineering drawing convention.
• Knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs – from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) as they apply to transport category aircraft.
• Familiarity with the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) process and the FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD) process and rules governing disposition.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, preferably those created by Boeing, Airbus and Douglas and be familiar with the documents needed to routinely maintain commercial aircraft; Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC), etc.
• Ability to analyze Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) source documents (Service Bulletins, Service Letters, etc.) and make independent decisions based on analysis of available data regarding incorporation on Customer’s fleet.
• Ability to quickly learn and adhere to Operator’s specific processes and procedures.
• Project Management skills; multi-tasking.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary: 

• Competitive salary 
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office/warehouse setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business/warehouse environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation: 
The anticipated salary range for this position is $56,500 to $70,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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