Job Description

Sr. Engineer, Liaison (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering

Job Title:

Sr Liaison Engineer

Position Summary:

The Senior Liaison Engineer is responsible for resolving highly complex technical issues related to aircraft manufacturing, requiring advanced engineering expertise, sound judgment, and innovative problem-solving. This role develops and validates repair solutions by applying comprehensive knowledge of aircraft design principles, manufacturing processes, and applicable regulatory requirements. The Senior Liaison Engineer collaborates with cross-functional subject matter experts to verify the accuracy and technical integrity of engineering solutions through formal reviews and consultation. Additionally, this position evaluates work in progress to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, design criteria, quality standards, production schedules, and cost objectives while supporting the timely delivery of aircraft.

Essential Job Functions

Analyze and disposition production airframe nonconformances through standard repair methods, ensuring aircraft modifications comply with airworthiness and aviation safety standards.

Function as primary technical bridge facilitating communication and being the focal point between airframe manufacturing and engineering on technical issues related to Type Design.

Represent Engineering in the Material Review Board (MRB) process of airframe nonconformance resolution by dispositioning non-standard repairs, including the substantiation of the proposed resolution.

Investigate recurring manufacturing errors and engineering drawing and specification errors, and work alongside appropriate teams to resolve through corrective action, drawing revision and engineering order or specification action.

Produce innovative solutions and exhibit resourcefulness supporting integrated product teams, partnering with specialty groups like Structural Analysis and Materials & Processes (M&P) to modernize Piper with airframe industry practices.

Support Design and Manufacturing by determining appropriate methods for fabrication, inspection, and installation of airframe components.

Act in a mentoring capacity to junior engineers.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

Requires a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and minimum of six years of experience with MRB; Seven years of experience is preferred, including direct experience as a MRB structures engineer or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulation 14 CFR parts 21 and 23, related Joint Aviation Requirement (JAR), and Civil Aviation Authority (CAR) 3 knowledge required.

Knowledge of aircraft with respect to structure, materials and processes specifications required.

Working knowledge of Windows based computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.

Mental Demands

General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service, all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly.

Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job .

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and manufacturing environments. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.

Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.

Travel and overtime are required when necessary.

Operational Excellence

Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

Quality Assurance

Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance.

Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies.

Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.

Compliance

Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.

Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.

Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Companys need to achieve its business objective.

Communicates Effectively

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.

Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.

Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables .

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Attention to Detail

Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.

Drives Results

Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.

Teamwork

Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.

Please note - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.

Please note - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.