MRB Design Engineer -VI- Wichita

Expleo

• $187K *
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or related discipline (ABET-accredited preferred)
  • 20+ years of aerospace/MRB engineering experience
  • Recognized industry expert in MRB, structural engineering, and airworthiness
  • Extensive experience supporting major OEM programs (e.g., Boeing 737/787 or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated ability to develop advanced engineering principles, concepts, and methodologies
  • Deep knowledge of metallic and composite structures
  • Advanced expertise in regulatory frameworks, certification, and compliance (ITAR/EAR awareness)

Responsibilities

  • Lead resolution of highly complex MRB nonconformances with innovative solutions
  • Develop and implement new engineering concepts and repair methodologies
  • Apply scientific principles to enhance aircraft structural repairs
  • Define long-term technical strategies and engineering development
  • Identify and resolve systemic engineering challenges independently
  • Serve as primary technical spokesperson to customers and leadership
  • Advise on technology strategy and future engineering direction
  • Lead cross-functional technical initiatives
  • Mentor senior engineers and shape organizational capabilities

Benefits

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days of successful employment
  • $5,000 retention bonus after 12 months
  • 3 weeks (15 days) of paid time off and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Stable, office-based work environment
  • Supportive, collaborative engineering culture
Full Job Description
Overview

MRB Design Engineer - VILocation: Wichita, KS On-site (Office-Based Role)

Pay Rate: $90.00+/hour
Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 (after 90 days of successful employment)
🎯 Retention Bonus: $5,000 after 12 months of employment

Expleo Group USA is seeking a Senior Consultant-level MRB Design Engineer (Level 6) to provideindustry-leading technical expertise, innovation, and strategic engineering leadership across aerospace manufacturing programs.

This is an office-based role centered on advanced MRB engineering evaluation, where you will apply cutting-edge engineering principles, independent judgment, and deep technical knowledge to solve the most complex and critical nonconformance challenges.

This position is suited to a recognized industry expert who influences technology direction, organisational strategy, and long-term engineering capability.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead resolution of highly complex, unprecedented MRB nonconformances requiring advanced and innovative solutions
  • Develop and implement new engineering concepts, repair methodologies, and technical standards
  • Apply advanced scientific principles and engineering theory to improve aircraft structural repair solutions
  • Define and drive long-term technical strategies and engineering capability development
  • Act independently to identify and resolve systemic engineering and program-level challenges
  • Serve as primary technical spokesperson with customers, regulatory bodies, and senior leadership
  • Advise executive leadership on technology strategy, risk, and future engineering direction
  • Lead cross-functional and cross-organisational technical initiatives
  • Influence business growth opportunities through technical excellence and innovation
  • Mentor senior engineers and shape technical succession and organisational capability
What This Role Is
• Industry-leading technical authority role
• Innovation-driven engineering leadership
• Strategic contributor to long-term business and technology direction
What This Role Is Not

✖ Operational or delivery-focused engineering role
✖ Routine MRB disposition work
✖ Mid- or senior-level engineering position
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or related discipline (ABET-accredited preferred)
  • 20+ years of aerospace/MRB engineering experience
  • Recognized industry expert in MRB, structural engineering, and airworthiness
  • Extensive experience supporting major OEM programs (e.g., Boeing 737/787 or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated ability to develop advanced engineering principles, concepts, and methodologies
  • Deep knowledge of metallic and composite structures
  • Advanced expertise in regulatory frameworks, certification, and compliance (ITAR/EAR awareness)
  • Proven track record of influencing technical strategy, innovation, and organisational direction
Work Schedules

Multiple schedules available:
  • Day, night, and weekend shifts (aligned to programme needs)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Three thousand dollars sign-on bonus after 90 days of successful employment Competitive hourly rate ($90+ based on experience and expertise)
  • Five thousand dollars retention bonus after 12 months of employment
  • 3 weeks (15 days) of paid time off and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Stable, office-based work environment
  • Long-term role with retention incentive
  • Supportive, collaborative engineering culture


Benefits

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