Engineering Manager, Pneumatic Ducting Repair at Eaton USA

Calverton, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Management, Aerospace Manufacturing, Repair Development, FAA Regulations, EASA Regulations, CAAC Regulations, Ducting Design, Manufacturing Methods, Six Sigma, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Technical Support, Process Development, Budget Management, Blueprint Interpretation

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Reporting to the site Manufacturing Engineering Manager and Accountable Manager, this position plans, coordinates, and directs the technical activities to support the Pneumatic Ducting Repair Station. The incumbent will lead a team of 7-8 Repair Development & Manufacturing Engineers, and have broad responsibility including ensuring strong internal processes, the development of specific repair schemes, including obtaining FAA/EASA/CAAC approval via a Consultant DER and targeted business capture activities. Provide technical support and assistance to the Pneumatic Ducting Repair Station. The incumbent acts as a technical staff resource in the designing processes and equipment to produce assigned products. This role requires active oversight of the Repair Station Certificate and is subject to DOT drug testing in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Assures growth targets are achieved through development of FAA/EASA/CAAC approved repairs. Coordinate with all functional and service groups to meet customer requirements, drive performance, achieve or exceed financial plans, and execute strategic goals. Ensure all engineering activities are executed in alignment with all applicable FAA and other regulatory agency requirements. Conduct project reviews as needed to ensure acceptability and manufacturability of product. Manage and execute the development of new repair design processes and equipment. Evaluate figures, drawings, and step-by-step instructions to repair various aircraft components. Evaluate technical data to substantiate repair instructions including stress analysis, free body diagrams, flight safety and failure analysis, and showing compliance to applicable regulations. Develop and execute new regulatory approvals with various government regulatory agencies. Develop technical relationship with key end customer R&O personnel. Maintain close liaison with the repair station functions during the development of new repairs. Provide ongoing support to resolve design related production problems and non-conformance to product repairs specifications. Review project/task and departmental operating expenses to assure they are kept to a minimum and within budget. Promote and coordinate design and drafting activities with the Batam based Engineering Services Team and EIEC (Pune, India) Engineering Team. Review customer returned units, identify the problem and guide the team to implement the corrective action. Initiate and promote generation of new ideas and document appropriately for possible future patent application and protection. Coordinate development of new manufacturing capabilities through process development and capital purchasing. Evaluate equivalencies for tooling and consumables to support repair activities. Focuses on managerial concerns of projects such as cost, completion date, and resource allocation. Participate in or lead corrective action teams, continuous improvement projects, and or capital projects as requested. Bachelor's degree in engineering from accredited institution. Minimum three (3) years of engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing environment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate geographical area (20705) will be considered for this position. 5 or more years of experience as an engineer in an aerospace FAA repair station Knowledge of ducting design, manufacturing methods (in-house and sub-contracted), assembly equipment, testing and material science. Experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project. The ability to effectively supervise people and motivate subordinates, while maintaining organizational harmony and meeting scheduled deadlines. Working knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Six Sigma methodology, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), tolerance allocation and lean manufacturing methods is preferred. Position Criteria: Must comply with DOT drug testing requirements due to Repair Station Certificate responsibilities. Experience with AS9100, AS9102, and continuous improvement tools (8D, FMEA, process flow diagrams). Prior experience managing a Part 145 repair station or similar operation. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and regulatory documentation. Experience with Material Review Board and Corrective Action Board functions.

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Responsibilities

The Engineering Manager will plan, coordinate, and direct technical activities to support the Pneumatic Ducting Repair Station, leading a team of engineers. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, developing repair schemes, and managing engineering activities to meet customer requirements.