Test and M&PT Engineer 2

Role details

Exempt-

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Summary

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This position is responsible for supporting the definition of requirements for materials, parts, and processes used in the manufacture and design of Interior Products for commercial aircrafts through testing and research. This position will also coordinate and execute the majority of aspects of testing from test design to test implementation.

The Test and M&PT Engineer will partially support the development, design, and qualification of engineering packages by creating and/or revising specifications and other documents used to manage the deployment of materials, parts, and processes for those engineering packages. Partial support is equally including but not limited to set up, execution and tear down of full scale static test, partial static test, dynamic tests and cycle tests of aircraft interior components and assemblies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities *include the following with other duties as assigned:*

• Focal for introduction and development of new materials and manufacturing processes
• Draft test plans and perform tests to qualify new materials, parts, and processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements
• Create and/or support creating test article and test setup drawings for coupon testing
• Develop and/or help developing manufacturing drawings from engineering drawings for new manufacturing processes
• Monitor manufacturing processes and provide feedback and improvement
• Work closely with Stress and Fire Properties Engineers to ensure new materials are compliant to applicable stress and flammability requirements
• Conduct basic root cause and corrective action analysis to determine cause of materials, part, or process failures and implement solutions
• Use project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements
• Incorporate environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design, and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas.
• Stay up to date on industry standards, government regulations and new development in the field of M&PT. Actively participate in SAE Seating Committee meetings/telecons.

• Support Stress/Flammability, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering team with any M&P related topics.
• Support Supply Chain and Design Optimization team in researching use of new materials for potential cost and process optimization.
• Coordinate with other departments as necessary.
• Responsible to maintain material & process database

• Via test plan, test request or direction from authorized personnel prepare test set-ups, instrumentation, and data acquisition to support test and integration of actuation systems.
• Represent testing at design reviews and technical coordination meetings.
• Direct and exercise control over operational, functional, and performance phases of tests.
• Confer with engineering, and technical personnel to resolve testing problems such as product or system malfunctions, incomplete test data and data analysis.
• Assists in the analysis and interpretation of test data and preparation of technical reports for use by engineering and management personnel.
• Uses computer software and hardware to conduct tests on mechanical and products and systems.
• Design and assemble test processes with direction from stress engineers or supervising test engineer.

Supervisory Responsibilities

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This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to the established department standards (i.e. meet published metrics). The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrates a strong ability to work within a team
• Capable of multitasking and working on a variety of projects at one time

All external hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check.

Requirements

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Education and/or Experience:

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Material Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

Experience in material allowable testing and material qualification testing is required. Familiarity in industrial standard testing method and testing equipment is required.

Knowledge and experience in statistical data analysis is required.

Knowledgeable with Metallic Materials Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS). Four to six years of experience in related field. Experience with Aerospace metallic and composite materials and manufacturing processes is required. Experience with developing repairs is preferred.

Knowledgeable with ASTM standards and Composite Material Handbook (CMH-17). Knowledgeable with FAA regulations for materials, processes and allowables.

A good static & cycle test and development background mainly in mechanical aircraft passenger seats

Language Skill

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• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret aerospace material and manufacturing process specifications, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Reasoning Ability

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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Customer Orientation

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Must demonstrate concern and take actions to meet requirements and high standards of quality of both internal and external customers. Must display courtesy and sensitivity. Manage difficult situations. Meet commitments. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service.

Physical Demands

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Travel

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Moderate travel within the U.S. and abroad may be required to support JAMCO America programs.

Work Environment

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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. For Test support, typical manufacturing environment.

Jamco is passionate about providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package and pleased to offer the following to eligible employees-

• Medical Coverage
• Dental and Vision Reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Benefit Conversion at Termination
• Bereavement Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Family and Medical Leave
• Paid Parental Leave (40 hours) *Qualifying event after June 15th, 2022
• Flexible Benefit Plan (Flex Spending)
• Holidays
• Jury Duty/Witness Service Leave
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Pregnancy Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Personal Leave
• Wedding Leave
• Wellness Program/Gym Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

*This job description is a simplified overview intended to serve as an initial introduction to the role. It should not be considered a complete recording of the role and responsibilities.*