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Job Description
Synopsis
As Lead Design Engineer, you are responsible to develop, design and integrate engineering solutions to support aircraft electrical/ avionics modification. Mods include but not limited to upgrade avionics system such as TCAS, GPWS, WXR, GPS, SATCOM, INS, electrical systems and communication systems on Airbus and Boeing fleet.
Accountabilities
- Review and understanding customer work request and realizing it into a design work that can be implemented on the aircraft taking into consideration all relevant certification requirements as applicable to the aircraft type.
- Experience in compliance demonstration and compliance verification process with relevance to all airworthiness aspects (CS/JAR/FAR, OSD, affected publications/ICA, latest regulations).
- Knowledge in certification requirements of EASA Part 21J and the relevant sections of airworthiness requirements.
- Knowledgeable in ATA sections related to Avionics and Electrical – Level 3 training preferred.
- Initiate plans and develop specifications involving basic design data, technical modifications and installations, writing modifications procedures in the areas of aircraft electrical power, communication, navigation, auto flight, and instrumentation systems.
- Prepare technical drawings (such as wiring diagrams, wiring installations and harness build up diagrams) as required.
- Initiate engineering authorization to perform minor and major avionics repair and modifications on aircraft.
- Evaluate aircraft avionics systems, components/parts damages and provide solutions for discrepancies that are beyond the applicable manual limitation.
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers during design phase and selection of product.
Education & Experience
- B.S. in Electrical, Electronics or Avionics Engineering or Equivalent.
- Minimum of 10 years in related aircraft avionics / electrical systems engineering
- Experience in Developing, designing and integrating engineering solutions to support aircraft electrical/ avionics modification
- Good writing and communication skills.
- Experience in OEM or MRO with major EASA approval or DOA with STC privilege
About Etihad Engineering
Etihad Engineering is a part of ADQ, offering industry leading aircraft maintenance and engineering solutions including airframe maintenance, component repair, overhaul services and technical training, with a team of around 2,000 professionals from around the world. We have vast experience on Airbus and Boeing aircraft, delivering an extensive range of services such as advanced composite repair, cabin refurbishment and component repair. We are spearheading Abu Dhabi’s vision of being a global aerospace hub of the future and playing a crucial role in supporting economic growth and diversification in the United Arab Emirates.
To learn more, visit etihadengineering.com/
