Lead Engineer Aerial Refueling Systems (EDSI)

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Lead Engineer with experience in fuel or air-to-air refueling systems to join our Defense & Security Proposals team. A multidisciplinary team responsible for the development of technical proposals to potential customers for the C-390 Millenium the new generation military multi-mission aircraft.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

LEVEL of RESPONSIBILITY: Lead Engineer Will be responsible for and be a technical reference within their discipline(s) on a medium to large projects. May coordinate work for junior to senior level engineers on large projects.
Analyze customer and market requirements propose solutions organize and oversee the technical proposal for potential new customers of the C-390 Millenium.
Liaise with Embraer partners in the United States by responding to technical inquiries and providing technical guidance related to Embraer C-390 Millenium model.
Execute technical assessments of potential product development to meet customers needs particularly related to air-to-air refueling systems.
Provide on-site technical support at meetings with potential partners and customers (domestically and internationally).
Collaborate with internal engineering specialists to obtain technical input to ensure bids meet clients specifications and standards.
Set up project milestones risk management and estimate engineering labor for project accomplishment in the pre-sales phase.
Work closely with the business development team in the prospection of new market opportunities.
Maintain contact with stakeholders interface areas other company units customers and partners.
Supports special projects and/or other duties as assigned by management.
Support process improvements quality improvement initiatives product improvements and support strategic initiatives to advance their discipline.
Participate/lead open discussions regarding ways of working and on-going projects - support/lead any ongoing improvement initiatives in line with business needs.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
The position requires a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering electrical engineering mechatronic engineering or a related field.

Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience in the defense aerospace sector experience with defense projects is desired.
Knowledge in fuel and/or air-to-air refueling systems demonstrated through prior work experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Must have experience in development integration and certification of aeronautical systems and components to meet platform requirements.
Experience in working with or for U.S. primes and OEMs.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
The successful candidates will be energetic; driven; able to work independently and in a team; and able to work/guide the completion of projects.
The position requires strong organizational and communication skills (both written and oral) and the ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.
Must have general knowledge of aircraft systems.
Must have demonstrated experience with the design and certification of fuel and/or air-to-air refueling systems.
Ability to translate customer requirements into the design and a customer-oriented mindset.
Understanding of the defense & security aviation sector and military missions particularly air-to-air refueling is desired.
Experience with airworthiness certification criteria standards such as MIL-STD-516 is desired.
Knowledge of NATO standards for air-to-air refueling including refueling equipment (experience with boom is a differential) clearance process and operational procedures (e.g.: rendezvous formation safety communications) is desired.
Must be willing to occasionally travel to partners and potential customer sites (domestically and internationally) and to Embraer headquarters in Brazil.
Previous knowledge of the C-390 Millenium model is not required.
Proficient computer skills with use of Microsoft Office applications.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to become involved in simultaneous projects in a multi-disciplined team environment.
High attention to detail self-starter and results driven.
Customer focused with good relationship building skills.

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA EPA State and Federal regulations.
Availability for domestic and international travel.
Onsite work mode
Candidate must be eligible to obtain a U.S. DoD secret-level or higher personal security clearance to access classified information within 12 months of hire date.

General Commitment

Commitment to company values and complies with department norms policies directives and procedures.
Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
Satisfies work schedule requirements.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.