The Mechanical Systems Engineer’s primary responsibility is to evaluate and resolve problems encountered on the production line, repair station and supplier manufacturing that are beyond drawing and/ or manual limits. The Mechanical Systems Engineer will do so through the disposition of Non-Conformance Records (NCRs), Maintenance Discrepancy Records (MDRs) and Supplier Requests for Material Review Board (SRMRB) respectively.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Responsible for creating engineering instructions/dispositions to address nonconformances in Production (Part 21), the Repair Station (Part 145) and at MDHI suppliers.
• Perform Material Review Board (MRB) function and provide corrective actions for all MDHI helicopter models in all phases of production to meet engineering design requirements.
• Provide technical support to Operations personnel that includes, but is not limited to interpretation of engineering drawings, aircraft manuals, specifications, parts catalogs and Service Bulletins.
• Initiate design and process changes as a liaison to Design Engineering (OEM) to correct design/ drawing errors, resolve complex/chronic manufacturing and modification problems and to improve the producibility of the aircraft.
• Apply engineering principles to research technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer and design interim and final engineering solutions.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, engineering orders, drawings, maintenance manuals and related information to maintain current knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities in assigned area.
• Communicate proactively with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Suppliers, Program and Design Engineering personnel as required to develop dispositions to nonconformances.
• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and the ability to define requirements, design, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical systems, installations, sub-assemblies and detail parts. These systems include but are not limited to electro-mechanical components, fuel systems, power-plant installation, mechanical/electro-mechanical flight controls, rotor systems, hydraulics, metallic and non-metallic primary and secondary structures.

• Ability to solve technical issues of moderate complexity.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations and apply knowledge to projects as required.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, manufacturing and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to apply concepts, practices, and methods related to helicopter systems and installations in a design environment.
• Knowledge of the initial (development) and follow-on (production) design processes.
• Capability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze data, summarize findings, quickly learn the application of aircraft system implementations and integrations; metallic and non-metallic structures; mechanisms, electro-mechanical components; various aircraft system troubleshooting techniques; on and off aircraft acceptance testing; configuration management; and FAA certification requirements.
• Prior exposure in aircraft and/or aerospace engineering is desired.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
• The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate are required.
• The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team is required.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Access to Export Control Information.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree (B. S.) Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from four-year College or University and 0~2 years of work-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work performed in an office and factory settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

MD Helicopters, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.