Seat Design Engineer 3

This position is responsible for supporting Lead Engineers and/or senior level Engineers in the research, design and substantiation of the mechanical seat design within the Seat Engineering department utilizing established modeling and drafting standards. The Seat Design Engineer (SDE) 3 will support design and development of engineering packages based on customer and OEM requirements for production, retrofit applications and product development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties as assigned:

• Perform design assignments in accordance with established design standards under supervision.
• Assigned design tasks include but not limited to: commercial aircraft seat mechanical design, mechanical seat installations, detailed assemblies and seat mechanical specifications.
• Works under the direction of an experienced engineer, maintains or modifies basic mechanical seat assemblies or components based on defined requirements using approved processes and tools.
• Participates in teams to support the development of designs. Supports the documentation of design implementation.
• Obtain, interpret, and analyze OEM airplane seat install or layout drawings using approved processes and tools.
• Provides liaison support for assigned duties to manufacturing and/or in-service issues.
• Troubleshoots basic mechanical seat systems problems.
• Actively support engineering department goals and initiatives.
• Coordinate with other departments as necessary.
• Utilize internal drawing/document standards per customer or regulatory agency requirements.
• Perform engineering design checks and sign documents, with periodical technical guidance from mentor and lead.
• Perform engineering design analysis (such as preliminary Stress analysis or Kinematics Analysis), design validation (such as validate analysis models against test data) and task scope (such as work scope validation).
• Perform engineering design/analysis with minimum technical guidance.
• Some domestic or international travel may be required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to the established department standards (i.e. meet published metrics). The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Drafting skills in CATIA V5 (or higher) and/or Solidworks preferred.
• Must be able to provide complicated lay-outs and program design studies.
• Must be able to interact successfully with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing

departments.

• Must be able to function as part of a design team.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes preferred.
• Understanding of Boeing/Aircraft/SAE Seat Design Standards/Requirements.

Education and/or Experience

BS degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related Engineering field (4-6 years’ experience) or equivalent working experience (12 years minimum in an aerospace related field). *Candidate must have experience in aircraft seat design.

Language Skill

• Ability to read and interpret documents such a Federal Aviation Requirements; Airframe OEM and industry requirements regarding Seat Design and Installation; operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers of employees of organization.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Customer Orientation

Must demonstrate concern and take actions to meet requirements and high standards of quality of both internal and external customers. Must display courtesy and sensitivity. Manage difficult situations. Meet commitments. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service.

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Paid parental leave
• AD&D insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Health insurance, Jamco is passionate about providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package and pleased to offer the following to eligible employees-
• Medical Coverage
• Dental and Vision Reimbursement Plan
• Employer Paid Basic Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability, and Short-term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance Options for Employee, Spouse, and Dependent Children
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Plan/Section 125 Plan (FSA and DCAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Employee Recognition Program
• Gym/Wellness Reimbursement
• In-Depth Training
• Benefit Conversion Options upon Termination
• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) Offering and Additional Leave Allowances Including:
• Bereavement Leave
• Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave (40 Hours) *Qualifying event after June 15th, 2022
• Selected Holidays
• Jury Duty/Witness Service Leave
• Pregnancy Leave
• Wedding Leave