COMPANY OVERVIEW

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of six support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Strategy and Solutions) that guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea’s files (product, projects, programs etc.) leverage to achieve their targets.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Aircraft Modification Project Engineer will provide expedient engineering support in an aircraft modification environment. The engineer will also support internal and external customers (e.g., production personnel, suppliers, materials, quality, design) and other engineers. Performs engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints. Provides technical support for the engineering process, including shop liaison support and coordination with shop personnel, other engineers, supply chain specialists, management and other project stakeholders.
Coordinate with management, other engineers, and shop technicians to develop design requirements and incorporate design changes. Adhere to company standards for configuration, file management, and change control. Exercise initiative, continuous improvement, and attention to detail to improve design and drawing quality, completeness, and accuracy.

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or at least 7 years in an aircraft engineering shop support/liaison role.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience supporting aircraft modifications in an FAA and/or military environment.
• Familiarity with aircraft engineering, fabrication, quality, and program management methods and procedures.
• Familiarity with airborne ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) modifications and typical equipment is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with both aircraft structural and electrical aircraft modification engineering drawings
• Familiarity with FAA STC development processes and major alteration aircraft modifications
• Experience with FAA DERs and familiarity with an ODA certification environment
• SolidWorks and/or AutoCad design experience, preferably
• Demonstrate success working in a highly collaborative multi-function environment.
• Demonstrated intellectual humility, high levels of emotional intelligence, and an innate ability to challenge one’s thinking and adjust to others.

SKILLS:

• Strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a result-oriented, professional demeanor.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills with management, other engineers, and manufacturing personnel, including a proactive approach to liaison support and creative problem-solving.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and discipline, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Must be results-oriented and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with changing and ambiguous situations.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly developed sense of judgment and maturity.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• SolidWorks, AutoCad
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Monday.com

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform the responsibilities outlined in this job description to a satisfactory standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with additional needs to perform the essential functions.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide project-level overall engineering guidance and support for Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft modifications, including commercial derivative aircraft supporting special mission operations.
• Coordinate with management and customer organizations for guidance, priorities, and cost and schedule constraints to be met.
• Provide engineering liaison support for installation personnel by reviewing and interpreting structural and electrical engineering drawings.
• Review documents and track change requests from the shop in the context of engineering and project requirements.
• Identify proactive and creative solutions to engineering and manufacturing issues based on industry experience for presentation to the team.
• Guide design engineers and provide regular status reports for engineering and program management.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

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 job. The role, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice