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At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As an Engineering Specialist, you’ll be responsible for writing and overseeing technical product descriptions, using CAD systems for release of drawings, and participating as a team member in a specific phase of a broad engineering assignment.
What you’ll do:
Participates as a team member in a specific phase of a broad engineering assignment.
Executes preparation of appropriate documentation for assigned projects.
Ensures successful completion of the assigned project phase within the budgeted time and cost constraints.
Participates in defining engineering approaches, and in planning and scheduling work.
Design mechanical components and assemblies with an emphasis on manufacturability, reliability and maintainability.
Perform engineering calculations to determine the size and strength of components. Solve design problems and check computations contributing to analytical designs.
Prepare, modify and release drawings created in CAD (AutoCAD, Solidworks) to verify fit, form and function of mechanical designs.
Evaluate materials and parts for use in new designs including communicating with current and new suppliers.
Operate in a team environment with other functional areas providing input to design solutions and participate in design reviews.
Determines content of items required in support of costing estimates for proposals. This may include developing bills of materials, engineering hours, proto-type requirements, tooling requirements, non-recurring engineering, qualification and certification action requirements.
Performs other related duties as required.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum 3 years related experience and/or training in an aircraft MRO environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years’ experience preparing documentation and overhaul manuals.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft products required such as Excel and Word.
Minimum 3 years’ experience with Solid works or similar CAD software.
Experience with aircraft related activity, to include aircraft maintenance and interior standard practice.
Must be able to handle multiple projects, multiple deadlines and meet aggressive schedules.
Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (mechanical, industrial, or related field)
Experience in MRO and/or aerospace industry
Possess strong organization and planning skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills, team building skills
Benefits that make life better:
Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
Paid Time Off starting on day one
Bonus opportunities
Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Learning & Training opportunities
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About UsRaising the Standard of Excellence since 1911Skills Required
- Two (2) years related experience and/or training in an aircraft MRO environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with aircraft maintenance and interior standard practice
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work under general direction
- Strong organization, planning, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal/team building skills
- Must be able to enter aircraft unassisted, kneel or be physically capable to perform interior evaluations
- Prepare, modify and release drawings in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
- Knowledge of AutoCAD 2016
StandardAero Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about StandardAero and has not been reviewed or approved by StandardAero.
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Retirement Support — Provides a 401(k) and has added an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and an Incentive Award (equity) plan, expanding long-term savings and ownership options. These programs complement base pay with additional wealth-building mechanisms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Includes PTO, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, military leave, and parental leave, with some roles accruing PTO that can increase with service. Eligibility for benefits typically begins the first day of the month after hire, indicating structured access to time-off programs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offers tuition assistance, job training/conferences, company events, and an Employee Assistance Program as part of a comprehensive package. The inclusion of learning support and EAP provides development and wellbeing resources beyond core insurance and retirement.
StandardAero Insights
What We Do
StandardAero has become one of the aerospace industry’s largest independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. Our company’s success is the outgrowth of the synergistic merger of businesses with complementary specialties that have exponentially increased our capabilities and generated unprecedented customer commitment and value. StandardAero offers extensive MRO services and custom solutions for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, and industrial power customers. Nearly 6,600 professional, administrative and technical employees work in more than 50 major facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe. Services include MRO for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams. StandardAero is owned by Carlyle, a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across four business segments: Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Credit, and Investment Solutions.
