Engineering - Air Systems/Pneumatics

Job Details: Job Location: Bombardier Wichita - Wichita, KS 67209, Salary Range: Undisclosed, SUMMARY

The Professional Engineering - Air Systems/Pneumatics role is responsible for performing systems engineering activities related to aircraft pneumatic systems. This position supports pneumatic system architecture, requirements definition, integration, supplier coordination, design review, validation, verification, certification documentation, and technical issue resolution. The role also supports test platforms, production and in-service troubleshooting, technical reporting, and cross-functional engineering activities while ensuring adherence to program schedules, milestones, and engineering standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Act as a systems engineer and carry out pneumatics discipline activities in support of aircraft systems engineering requirements
Assure integration and interface management of assigned systems and coordinate with internal groups and suppliers
Define pneumatic system architecture, prepare specifications and requirements, and conduct functional modeling and trade studies
Ensure engineering requirements management, validation, and verification
Manage suppliers from an engineering project and engineering technical perspective
Review and approve engineering design documents, including vendor drawings, test procedures, acceptance test procedures, qualification reports, and certification documents
Document technical engineering analysis, ground test results, and flight test results
Prepare engineering technical reports to show compliance with applicable certification requirements
Support the build and operation of test platforms, including rigs and flight test vehicles
Work within multi-disciplinary teams to address product engineering definition and issue resolution
Prepare design change modifications and optimized solutions
Support production and in-service teams in troubleshooting engineering systems-related issues
Ensure adherence to program schedules and milestones
Contribute to Knowledge Domain and Bombardier Engineering System initiatives
Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of fluid flow, thermodynamic concepts, pneumatic systems, aircraft system architecture, and system performance
Basic knowledge of pneumatics and interfacing technical disciplines, including system installation, avionics, power plant, and related aircraft systems
Familiarity with component qualification requirements, including DO-160 and MIL-STD-810
Familiarity with Design Process Assurance requirements, including ARP4754A
Knowledge of functional modeling, system performance testing, validation, verification, and requirements management
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and system design tools such as Model Based Engineering or simulation software
Knowledge of engineering documentation, supplier technical reviews, test procedures, qualification reports, and certification documents

COMPETENCIES

Strong analytical thinking and technical problem-solving
Ability to quickly understand complex technical issues and develop practical solutions
Clear and professional written and verbal communication
Ability to manage engineering requirements, suppliers, technical documentation, and project milestones
Collaborative team approach with the ability to build effective relationships across multi-disciplinary teams
Self-motivated, dynamic, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing technical execution with project management responsibilities

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required
Five to eight years of relevant technical experience in an aerospace engineering field preferred
Experience with pneumatic systems, aircraft systems integration, requirements development, validation, verification, and certification documentation preferred
Experience reviewing supplier technical documentation, coordinating with internal teams, and supporting test platforms is preferred
Bilingual proficiency in French and English is required or preferred based on program requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer
Repetitive use of the hands, wrists, and arms due to computer usage
Work is primarily performed in an office or engineering environment with occasional exposure to test, laboratory, aircraft, production, or shop environments
Short-term travel may be required to support testing, technical reviews, supplier coordination, or project assignments
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
If a security clearance is required:

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearance requirements
Successful candidates must be able to obtain required Program Access approval, if applicable