Liaison engineer job description

1. Ensure that approved data is used in the development of EOs and EAs that are used for

the maintenance, repair, and modification of fleet aircraft and appliances.

2. Obtain regulatory approval when required for modifications/ repairs performed on

Kalitta Air structures and components.

3. Ensure that each repair and alteration is analyzed to determine whether it is major or

minor per 14 CFR requirements.

4. Evaluate Federal Regulations, Notices of Proposed Rulemaking, ADs, SBs, SLs, and

other notifications of in-service issues to ensure that the Kalitta Air Maintenance

Inspection Programs are revised as necessary.

5. Ensure that all necessary engineering documentation required to complete assigned

projects is developed within the allocated time schedule. Issue project status reports to

show progress and compliance with the established timetable.

6. Interface with the Structures/Avionics Engineer Manager in order to assist in

Developing corrective action plans based on in service history defect data.

7. Coordinate with other Kalitta Air engineering staff to provide 24/7 technical support to

Technical Services, Ground Operations, Flight Operations, and other Kalitta Air

personnel.

8. Interface with manufacturers, maintenance representatives, MRO facilities, outside

engineering departments, regulatory agencies, and other outside agencies. Provide

liaison engineering functions with manufacturers, outside overhaul agencies, and

engineering agencies.

9. Interface with FAA DER Engineers when required to support Kalitta Air repairs and

modifications.

10. Develop product improvement modifications as directed by Kalitta Air management.

11. Support integration of repairs/modifications for new and previously operated aircraft.

12. Update manufacturer’s manuals and documents as applicable to ensure accuracy.

13. Participate in industry working groups, steering committees, meetings, and

Conferences as requested.

14. Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Have degree in an appropriate engineering field or a minimum of 5 years aircraft structural experience at heavy maintenance level.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English. Ability to write detailed reports and correspondence as required. The ability to write detailed engineering analysis reports desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands 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 is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand; walk; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

-- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

-- Work is performed primarily in a construction, maintenance setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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Job Details:

Applies knowledge of design principles to assess and resolve product/process issues through the product lifecycle.
Analyzes, conducts root cause analysis and develops dispositions for design non-conformances.
Applies engineering principles to research technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by customer and designs interim and final engineering solutions.
Identifies documents, analyzes reported problems and communicates deviations that could impact design intent and safety; recommends and manages resolution.
Develops and implements product/process improvements.
Supports Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and participates in design reviews.
Represents the engineering community in the build through post production environment. Ensures supplier and build partner compliance with company standards.
Develops customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
Participates in on-site disabled product repair teams and accident investigation or support team.
Analyzes damage repair or structural modification to determine appropriate jacking and shoring, prevent collateral damage and assure a safe work environment.
Designs interim structural repairs and conducts static strength analysis.
Develops non-destructive test procedures, tools and standards. Conducts simple static strength analysis.

Education/experience:

Advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years related work experience
Or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years related work experience).
In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law
Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is proud to provide an equal opportunity workplace and be an affirmative action employer. Consider Butler because we are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We recognize that we thrive on diversity and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and the communities where we are located. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
Trane Technologies' Thermo King is hiring a Trailer Liaison Engineer in Greenville, SC . This position has been designated as On-Site and is part of the Trailer product design engineering group, creating a critical linkage between design engineering and manufacturing operations, coordinating hand-off of information for all interfaces. The Trailer Liaison Engineer is responsible for coordinating Engineering changes, implementing exiting product improvements, and launching new products connected to NPD, quality, reliability, value engineering and sustaining engineering. The position is also responsible for communicating to ensure design intent is being met in manufacturing operations and creating alignment on necessary changes. A high sense of urgency and strong customer focus is required while ensuring engineering rigor and process adherence. This position identifies, seeks to understand, manages, and creates alignment on project risks or roadblocks to project Quality/Cost/Deliver goals. This person will be a continuous champion for communication and awareness to increase alignment and engagement.

Responsibilities

Support new Greenville, SC manufacturing plant development and layout activities: Includes traveling to current manufacturing facility in Arecibo, PR to learn manufacturing production lines and processes as well as product architecture details Support setup of PLM & MRP systems related to Engineering BOM structure Communicate Engineering requirements to new manufacturing plant project team Ensure all new products and engineering changes are implemented in accordance to TK engineering drawing and BOM requirements appropriate for the change/process intent Provide feedback to Engineering on strategic product Design for Manufacturing (DFM) improvements Work with manufacturing materials to prioritize BOM error correction list, communicate necessary design/drawing/BOM changes to Engineering Support troubleshooting / diagnostic investigation of issues found within manufacturing test processes, end of line hot test, root causes for units in hospital stations. Provide feedback to Engineering on systematic quality metrics from these processes. Lead regular communication with Engineering to track project implementation into production, record first unit serial number implementation Review and disposition supplier deviation requests (SDRs), attach documentation of related Engineering assessment and manufacturing assessment Lead Engineering Assessment fit-up builds in the factory, create report to share with stakeholders Participate in design reviews and DFMEA reviews providing manufacturing input, support handoff from Engineering to manufacturing to create PFMEA, control plan, work instructions, etc.... Participate in Manufacturing Assessment builds for design change or new product design validation Participate in Manufacturing Validation builds for Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) completion, work with Quality and Engineering to resolve any PPAP discrepancies Participate in manufacturing Rapid Improvement Events (RIE) and Value Stream (VSA) events 20+% travel to Minneapolis, MN Engineering office and Arecibo, PR manufacturing site during first 12mo; expect 5-10% travel ongoing basis after first 12mo


Qualifications


Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least 5 years experience in design or manufacturing engineering is required.


Key Competencies


Experience with manufacturing principles including Design for Manufacturing and Quality Management processes Engineering experience with refrigeration systems or industrial products preferred Pro/Engineer or Creo proficiency preferred and Windchill PLM or Aras PLM is preferred Experience with Engineering problem solving, root cause analysis, and tradeoff analysis Ability to quickly and efficiently understand, condense, and organize information to make informed engineering decisions Self-motivated with strong collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work with cross-functional teams spread across multiple geographical regions Demonstrated ability to prioritize and support multiple project Intermediate Spanish language proficiency preferred


Base Compensation Range is $54,000 to $113,000

Disclaimer: This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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