Supervisor CAD Engineering Design

Job Summary 

Supervisor for the Airframe CAD Designer team for new product and aircraft designs at Cirrus Aircraft. This position will have functional and technical responsibility for 6 – 8 CAD Designers.   

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions 

• Ensure technical competency and consistency of self and team.  
• Standardization of CAD (CREO/PDM) skills across team.  
• Assisting knowledge growth of composite aircraft design and manufacturing.  
• Train and assist team in knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerance standards and practices.  
• Maintain company required Continue Education Units (CEUs) for self and team.  
• Organize workload distribution across team members to support projects.  
• Work directly with Engineering to complete new designs and modifications, incorporate engineering change orders and release detailed drawing packages.  
• Create and revise class A surfaces, solid models and detailed drawings of complex components and assemblies using Creo Parametric.  
• Take active measures to ensure data deliveries are met on time managing resources as deemed necessary.  

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• 10+ years of related experience.  
• Associate’s Degree or comparable work experience  
• Experience in advanced 3D CAD surfacing design, preferred.  
• Proficient planning and organization skills, initiative, accountability, and a strong attention to detail  
• At least 4 years’ experience using Creo Parametric, preferred.  
• At least 2 years’ experience using Windchill PDMLink, preferred.   
• Strong experience creating detailed design drawings of airframe structures, propulsion components and system components, preferred.  
• Proficient in using multiple manufacturing processes, like weldments, sheet metal forming, CNC machining, metal part assembly and preferred to have composite layup drawings experience.   
• Strong understanding of top-down modeling principles and practices.  
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerance  
• A comprehensive understanding of carbon and glass reinforced composites or other material selection and impact on surfacing opportunities, preferred,  
• Ability to work effectively with others in a cross functional organization  
• Competent computer database, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processing abilities  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills  
• Effective interpersonal skills  
• Technical skills: provides accurate, neat, and thorough work; pursues training and professional development; and strives to continuously build knowledge & skills and share expertise with others.  
• Continuous Improvement: Generates and uses creative ideas to improve processes and services; adapts to change, works in an organized manner, uses time efficiently; and displays a positive outlook.  
• Dependability/Initiative: Assumes ownership of actions; follows instructions, offers ideas, and follows through on commitments; volunteers readily and offers to help and assist when work is complete; and commits to additional hours when necessary.  
• Attendance: Punctual; observes appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record.  
• Organizational Support: Supports organizational goals, objectives, & values; adheres to all company policies & procedures; observes safety & security procedures.  

Competencies  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:   

• Drives results 
• Manages ambiguity 
• Develops talent  
• Situational adaptability 
• Resourcefulness 
• Customer focus 

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

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 position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.   

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.