Pneumatics Systems Engineer

This opportunity is located onsite at one of the following locations: Remote opportunities not available at this time.

• Duluth, MN (Corporate Headquarters and primary Engineering Innovation Center)

Description

Cirrus Aircraft is currently hiring an Aircraft Systems Engineer focused on Pneumatic Systems. An engineer in this role is responsible for design, development, integration, and certification of aircraft systems including Bleed Air, Oxygen, Environmental, Pressurization, and Ice Protection on both the SR and SF platforms as well as new projects. Candidates will also be responsible for coordinating development and system integration work with subcontractors and external suppliers.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Interface with other aircraft disciplines, including structural and electrical disciplines, across the Cirrus Aircraft platform
• Work with a multi-discipline team on pneumatic system design development.
• Perform heat transfer analysis and fluid flow analysis with respect to pneumatic system architectures and expected performance.
• Perform on-aircraft and lab/bench testing of pneumatic systems and system components to validate performance and to support certification requirements.
• Active involvement in development and certification of aircraft systems under FAR Part 23 or Part 25.
• Research industry guidance documents for best practices, e.g. SAE.
• Create 3D models and drawings of pneumatics systems in Creo.
• Author and check documents including test plans and reports, certification reports, and other engineering documents.
• Perform trade studies involving weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills on technical issues and have a high level of initiative to fill gaps when necessary.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Teams)

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Entry level to 4 years of experience

Distinguishing Experience:

• Advanced Degrees in Mechanical engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Pneumatics integration and systems detail design and certification.
• FAR Part 23, Part 25, or Part 33 certification of pneumatic installations.
• CAD experience CREO/Pro-Engineer preferred.

This opportunity is located in Duluth MN. Remote opportunities not available at this time.

Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted “Best Town” by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named “Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland” and “Best Workplace Culture” by the Duluth News Tribune readers.

LIFE AT CIRRUS

As a leading manufacturer of personal aircraft, Cirrus is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate.

At Cirrus, we are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities that include onboarding, recurrent and area-specific training, talent acceleration and leadership development, continuing education, and tuition assistance programs.

We also engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events. From holiday and special occasion celebrations to local runs and barbecues, our team can connect with each other, the community, and our customers.

Why you should apply to this role at Cirrus Aircraft:

• You are passionate about joining a leading manufacturer of personal aircrafts.
• You can relocate and work onsite at one of our 3 Engineering Innovation Center’s.
• New 200,000 sq ft Engineering Innovation Center (Coming 2023)
• Award Winning Aviation Company
• Industry Leading Innovation- Cirrus Parachute Technology

OUR BENEFITS

Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, life, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, 401K retirement savings plan, voluntary vision, Employee Referral Incentive Program, vacation, and holiday pay. Additionally, all employees enjoy a discount at the company store and exclusive discounts from our world-class partners, like Garmin, Bose, AT&T, Microsoft, Fastenal and more.

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.