Aircraft Engineer – Mechanical (New Grad)

Thales

Apr 9

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Engineering
Irvine

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Aeronautics Engineering, or related discipline.
Experience using 2D and 3D CAD required. Minimum 0-2 years of experience working with aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) documentation, and an understanding of aircraft structures and/or electrical systems.
Ability to read and follow a Wiring Diagram. Valid Passport with the ability to travel in and out of the United States. Work shifts and/or weekend schedule as required by workload, programs, and contacts. Proven ability to comprehend functional operation, analyze problems using logical deduction and empirical evaluations and identify root cause and corrective actions.
Have the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team to drive solutions. Experience in initiating and completing product changes using a product life cycle management system. Ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate technical information to stakeholders. Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize across a variety of contemporaneous tasks.
Successful candidate will be expected to ramp-up quickly, take ownership of tasks, and operate effectively and autonomously across multiple entities, with only high-level technical direction. Be proficient using a computer, Microsoft Office Suite and other office equipment. Have excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issues in an assertive and tactful manner
Have the ability to work in a remote team environment. Strong work ethic and drive to succeed with a strong sense of accountability and integrity. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere

Responsibilities

Design Engineering:
Generate engineering modeling, fabrication drawing, assembly drawing, and other required documentation for parts and assemblies using appropriate CAD tools. Supports more senior Engineers in providing structural or electrical analyses for current and future modifications dependent on discipline. Supports development of STC amendment design data related to reconfigurations, system upgrades, layout passenger arrangement changes and equipment design evolution for existing operators of the Thales InFlyt Experience IFE System or in support of new operators. Complies with company, airworthiness, and quality requirements, policies, and procedures. Supports and participates in internal and external design reviews (ITCM, PDR, CDR, FAI, etc.).
Installation/Integration Engineering Design:
Develop engineering design and processes for installing Thales InFlyt Experience products onto a variety of airframes. Supports the overall design of the system and its installation on the aircraft. Supports the creation of installation drawings and other required documentation in support of Thales InFlyt Experience product integration using appropriate CAD tools. Supports external integration engineering efforts. Create and revise work instructions to install Thales InFlyt Experience systems. Works in concert with the Certification Engineering team to provide the Engineering design data to support a TC, STC, or STC amendment project.
Provides engineering support for Head of Version linefit or prototype retrofit aircraft installations, initial launch production installations to validate design package stability. Evaluates existing approved design data to incorporate into new projects to reduce schedule and increase quality. The engineer supports senior engineers in providing a FAA compliant package of documentation to allow the certification of the installation.
Program/Project Functions:
May support multiple programs simultaneously. May be program focal. Works within budget and schedule guidelines.
System Engineering:
Gains a working knowledge of the complete Thales IFE System in order to triage problems or customer requests. Gains a working knowledge of other systems integrating to the Thales IFE System (OEM systems, third party connectivity system, etc.).
Communication:
Participates to the development of a monthly system reliability reports and presentations. Presents ideas effectively to internal personnel. Can internally justify or explain the rationale for a process or technical change. Can communicate with external parties (Airline Customers and OEMs) with guidance and direction. Can communicate the following with approval to internal and external parties as it pertains to Aircraft Engineering deliverables: system requirements, schedule, changes to product/design, and installation design. The position directly impacts sales, revenue, costs and customer satisfaction.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of an Aircraft Engineer – Mechanical (New Grad) at Thales?

The main responsibilities include performing aircraft installation engineering, participating in design and development of In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity Systems, supporting TC or STC program developments, and providing sustaining engineering to airline customers.

What type of engineering analysis, research, and design does an Aircraft Engineer – Mechanical (New Grad) at Thales participate in?

The engineer participates in engineering analysis, research, and design related to aircraft In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity Systems and components.

What is the role of the Aircraft Engineer – Mechanical (New Grad) in overseeing outside engineering companies?

The Engineer is responsible for providing oversight of outside engineering companies assisting in the development of system design and aircraft integration of Thales In-Flight Entertainment systems.

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Thales is a global technology leader with more than 77,000 employees on five continents. The Group is investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – Big Data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust. Trust is essential for societies to flourish, with humans playing a central role in every critical decision. Thales's high-tech solutions, services and products help companies, organisations and governments to achieve their goals and ambitions. And in each of our five vertical markets — digital identity and security, defence and security, aerospace, space, and transport — our customers play a vital role in society.