JAMCO AMERICA, INC.
FLSA Status: Exempt
The project engineer is responsible for the delivery of the engineering group work product and shall be the engineering contact focal for all project communication from internal and external customers and deliverables, after the contract award. The project engineer shall be responsible for preparing, scheduling, leading, and working with the engineering team to achieve the technical and program requirements successfully. The project engineer shall also be responsible for assuring complete integration and maintaining business relationships between the engineering team and all other internal customers, assuring the engineering work product meets all company goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following under supervision. Other duties may be assigned.
- Engineering Focal for internal and external customers for technical matters
- Establish Tier 2 schedule based on Tier 1 schedule provided/updated by Program Manager and distribute it to all team members once updated.
- Responsible for reviewing and integrating all engineering teams Tier 3 schedules to support Tier 2 schedule.
- Maintain up to date engineering work scope.
- Responsible for completing aircraft modification engineering packages in accordance with established design standards and meeting the requirements of the program work scope, schedule, and budget.
- To identify or initiate any out-of-scope work to the respective Functional Managers and the Program Manager
- Responsible for assessing and preparing all CIP to identify any changes to work statement or scope of work, as well as coordinate CIP approvals with the PM.
- Lead respective engineering teams in developing solutions and completing each engineering design based on defined requirements using approved processes and tools.
- Lead of its respective group to assure proper integration/coordination to engineering designs between different functional engineering groups (EE/ME/Cert/Stress/Flam/Tech Pub/ Test Engineer/MFG Engineer) and the engineering aspect for stakeholders.
- Identify all technical risks leading to schedule or cost impact to Program Manager and work around the risk in a timely manner if necessary.
- Identify potential work stoppages according to discipline (EE/ME/Cert/Stress/Flam/Tech Pub/ Test Engineer/MFG Engineer) and escalate when not resolvable at project focal level.
- Forecast project workload and assign appropriate resources.
- Participate / Conduct meeting / Preparation for ITCM, PDR & CDR or any technical meetings with customer.
- To lead the respective technical engineering groups (EE/ME/Cert/Stress/Flam/Test Engineer) deliverables and schedule. Functional Managers to be answerable to project deliverables and schedule, while holding functional managers accountable to project schedule, budget, and deliverables.
- Responsible for the substantiation documents in support of project design implementation as well as supporting the DSC to upload this data to Airbus, Boeing and/or airline customer as defined in the integrated schedule.
- Understands and implements regulatory certification requirements into the design packages.
- Responsible to fill up / update of all EAMR / CFE / BFE listing. PE to approve the EAMR / CFE / BFE listing.
- Troubleshoots all engineering problems and finding solutions in completing project technical difficulties.
- Managing engineering hours’ consumption or allocation of hours to project technical will be responsible by respective Functional Managers.
- Functional Managers to provide required resources in support of project with input from Project Leader (PM/PE/Lead).
- Identify items of parts with long lead time and/or find alternate parts as replacement and for filling up / updating of EAMR.
- Developing and managing the project engineering drawing trees in collaboration with the lead engineers and engineering supervisors.
- Oversee Engineering and Certification testing and direct Cert to arrange the test facility as well as coordinate getting the part to the test facility.
- Responsible for providing project status reports and metrics in conjunction with agreed and published cadence to engineering and/or executive management.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.
-Strong communication skills.
-Professional and polished appearance and ability to establish and maintain internal and external customer relationships.
-Ability to manage multiple tasks.
-Team-player.
-Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills utilizing sound judgment and a "can do" attitude.
-Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
-May have Travel requirements with this position
BS degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
At least 5 years direct engineering experience with commercial aircraft interior modification STC projects must be familiar with aircraft survey, design experience related to installation of aircraft interiors and IFE and or structural modification.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
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. Travel within the U.S. and abroad is required to support Jamco America programs.
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.
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
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Benefit Conversion at Termination
- Bereavement Leave
- Educational Assistance
- Family and Medical Leave
- Paid Parental Leave (40 hours) *Qualifying event after June 15th, 2022
- Flexible Benefit Plan (Flex Spending)
- Holidays
- Jury Duty/Witness Service Leave
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Pregnancy Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Personal Leave
- Wedding Leave
- Wellness Program/Gym Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
This description provides a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities.
Jamco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
- At least five years of direct engineering experience with commercial aircraft interior modification STC projects
- Experience with aircraft surveys and aircraft interior, in-flight entertainment, or structural modification design
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and customer relationship skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively as part of a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Ability to interpret technical procedures, governmental regulations, and mathematical or diagrammatic instructions
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and analytical techniques
- Ability to define problems, analyze data, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to travel within the United States and internationally
What We Do
Jamco America designs, engineers, manufactures, and certifies aircraft interior products and integrated cabin solutions for airlines. Its offerings include premium seating, cabin furnishings and stowage, lavatories, flight-deck doors and linings, and galleys. The company also integrates and supports aircraft refurbishments and reconfigurations, including structural and electrical modifications, seat installation, and cabinetry work, with in-house manufacturing, testing, technical publications, and FAA ODA certification capabilities.
