Sr Structural Analysis Engineer II - Liaison (Full Time)

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### Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer II - Liaison

#### Full Time

#### Department: All Openings

#### Engineering

#### Essential Job Functions

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the listed items satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Works under limited supervision, work should only be required to be reviewed for accuracy and consistency with meeting overall objectives.
• Coordinates with multiple departments, such as Liaison Production Quality, to gather production deviation details.
• When asked, helps Liaison Engineer to define deviation being Major or Minor with efforts being using all possibilities to define it as Minor.
• Evaluates deviations and provides ECD for substantiation documents to aid in production planning and scheduling.
• Performs complex finite element analysis and modeling of aircraft major assembly level and detailed component level.
• Creates analyses and/or tests and prepares test plans and final substantiation reports using modern tools.
• Reviews drawings, specifications, service bulletins, reports, etc., for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Prepares FAA required aircraft type certification reports showing compliance with the proper FAA or Foreign regulations on all structural components by either analysis or test.
• Documents compliance with the applicable regulations covering the structural strength, crash protection, interiors, item retention, basic loads, weight balance, stress analysis, static test, dynamic test, fatigue analysis, assessment, and evaluation of the design to substantiate aircraft structure.
• Contributes to developing plans for engineering substantiation projects.
• Determines and develops approaches to solutions within schedule and cost objectives.
• Acts as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area.
• Performs other related duties as required.

#### Minimum Position 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.

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, as well as a minimum of 10 years in Aerospace Structural Analyses, test, and design, or equivalent education.
• Majority of these 10 years experience should be in MRB structural analysis.
• Detailed knowledge of aircraft with respect to structure, materials, and processes, specifications, and certification requirements is essential.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulation FAR 21 and 23, related Joint Aviation Requirement JAR, and Civil Aviation Authority CAR 3 is required.
• Detailed understanding of Finite Element Analysis is required.
• Experience with Siemens Femap is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with FORTRAN, Visual Basic, C, computer programming, and experience in MRB is preferred.

#### Physical Demands

• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform and accomplish tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Mental Demands
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships to work well under pressure to organize and synthesize new information and prioritize tasks.
• Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

#### Working Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and plant environments.
• May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Interacts regularly with various staff and employees and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members, and regulatory agency representatives.
• Travel and overtime are required when necessary.

#### Operational Excellence

• Supports all operational excellence initiatives, ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

#### Quality Assurance

• Maintains a safe, orderly working environment, including FOD compliance.
• Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft Inc. corporate compliance policies.
• Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.

#### Compliance

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules, and regulations appropriate to job function.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Works ethically and with integrity, upholding organizational values.
• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) behaviors, physical space, and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

#### Communicates Effectively

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.

#### Decision Quality

• Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables.
• Optimizes work processes, knowing and contributing to the most effective and efficient processes to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement.

#### Attention to Detail

• Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.
• Drives results, overcoming adversity consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.

#### Teamwork

• Interacts partners and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.

#### American with Disability Act Requirements

• External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description, either aided or unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

#### 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, including mandatory overtime, may be required.

Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.