Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering with 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience
Excellent academic record (GPA of 3.0 or higher)
Experience in avionics design, installation, and FAA certification
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Strong ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of FAA regulations for avionics and flight controls certification
Understanding of the FAA STC process and commercial avionics interface standards
Responsibilities
Lead certification aspects of Garmin aircraft projects in coordination with FAA and customers
Develop and certify complex STC designs including installation and safety considerations
Create or review STC certification plans and identify applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
Review test reports and compliance data for projects of medium complexity
Serve as project, technical, or certification lead for medium complexity projects or significant redesigns
Revise and create procedures and define project documentation structure
Coordinate internally and with customers to ensure project expectations are met
Benefits
Eligible for Garmin's comprehensive benefits program
Offers a supportive work environment
Opportunity for professional development and mentoring opportunities
Engaging company culture
Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Aircraft Systems Engineer in our New Century, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in development or certification of avionics installations.
Essential Functions
Provide leadership for the certification aspects of Garmin aircraft certification projects through coordination with the FAA, internal Garmin groups and outside customers to ensure well planned, efficient and timely aircraft systems implementation, development and FAA certification
Serve in leadership capacity to develop and/or certify complex STCs designs including all aspects such as installation design/interconnect, safety considerations, etc.
Create or review STC certification plans for projects, including determining affected Federal Aviation Regulations and certification basis based on similar projects
Create or review test reports, analyses, and other compliance data for projects of medium complexity
May serve as project lead, technical lead, or certification lead for projects of medium complexity or for complex designs that are significant redesigns of existing STC projects
Demonstrate solid understanding of STC certification process and associated regulations
Revise procedures/create new procedures and logically define project documentation structure
Coordinate with outside customers to understand/meet their expectations consistently
Coordinate internal Garmin groups to communicate, execute and meet project goals and work effectively with design/development teams to complete complex projects
Provide reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
Serve as a mentor to less experienced aircraft systems engineers (Aircraft Systems Engineer 1 & 2)
Provide engineering support for the development of system safety documents
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Previous experience working in avionics design, installation and FAA certification
Must be detail-oriented and work proactively and effectively with some supervision support
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations applicable to avionics and flight controls certification efforts
Demonstrated working knowledge of the FAA STC process
Demonstrated understanding of commercial avionics interface standards and their installation
Demonstrated clear understanding of the FAA system safety process
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated advanced knowledge in one or more of the following technical areas: Electrical Systems, Structures, Mechanical Systems, System Safety, HIRF/Lightning, and/or Aircraft Certification
Desired Qualifications
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
About Garmin
Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company founded in 1989 by Gary Burrell and Min Kao in Lenexa, Kansas. The company specializes in GPS technology for automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor, and sport activities. Garmin's products serve aviation, marine, automotive, wireless, outdoor recreation, and fitness markets. The company's goal is to create navigation and communication devices that can enrich customers' lives. Garmin has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company's products are sold in over 100 countries.
