Principal Engineer

The role

Leads technical direction for electrical systems design on aircraft modifications and completions. Oversees complex and critical issues, mentors electrical engineering staff, and works with suppliers, regulators and other functions to meet client and certification requirements.

What you will do

• Guide technical approaches for certifying and approving electrical systems designs on aircraft modifications and completions.
• Provide technical direction across aircraft power, avionics, wiring and EWIS, and system integration.
• Review, approve and present electrical designs to Designated Engineering Representatives and regulatory agencies.
• Define design assurance levels and qualification testing requirements for vendors.
• Evaluate suppliers' electrical technologies and present recommendations to leadership.
• Lead root-cause analysis and resolve in-service electrical problems with vendors.
• Mentor engineering staff and support recruiting, hiring, training and performance.
• Provide input on Compliance System Review Board and Corrective Action Request actions with Quality and Certification teams.
• Coordinate large, complex modification and completion projects across engineering teams.
• Identify strategic initiatives that improve competitiveness and profitability.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering, with minimum 10 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must qualify as a US Person for programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (US citizen, permanent resident not working for a foreign entity, or political asylee).
• In-depth knowledge of engineering substantiation requirements, methodologies and documentation.
• Experience working with the FAA and other regulatory agencies.
• Ability to design, analyze, simulate and troubleshoot electrical or electronic systems.
• Proficiency with applicable CAD, electrical design and product lifecycle management tools.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, regulations and complex technical documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds, with close and color vision.
• Ability to travel and work outside core business hours as required.

Nice to have

• Experience with Inventor, AutoCAD, Visual Engineer or Fusion 360.

Benefits

• Big jobs and stretch assignments.
• High accountability environment with transparent decisions, open communication and engaged leadership.
• Ability to make a big, visible impact on the end product.

Before you apply

• Must qualify as a US Person for programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

About the company

Greenpoint delivers custom VIP jet aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads-of-State, known for design and engineering innovation and on-time delivery. The company describes a high-accountability culture for high achievers.