Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader.

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international - with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than six fold order book increase since 2000.

Position Summary:

The Avionics Electrical UM Level 2 will actively participate in Specification, Design, Integration and Certification of architecture and system functions on a variety of programs, and on multiple platforms (mainly H125, H130, H135, H145 and H160). In the context of Airworthiness, the UM will serve as an FAA Systems & Equipment (Electrical) Designated Engineering Representative (DER) and AHI ODA UM.

Primary Responsibilities:

Certification activities: 60%

• Develop the Certification Package (Cert Plan, CCL, and CIP) for assigned projects.
• When appropriate, coordinate with other UMs for data review and evaluation as necessary.
• Review data and find compliance with the Electrical and Avionics regulatory requirements of Title 14 Parts 27 and 29.
• Maintain FAA delegation(s) required to make these findings on behalf of AHI.
• Provide certification expertise to the design organization and other areas within AHI on FAA compliance requirements.
• Provide training to engineering personnel and mentor potential ODA unit members.

Avionics Electrical system architecture and definition: 30%

• Define architecture and function solutions in accordance with engineering operation requirements as elaborated during offer phases to meet customer, airworthiness, general engineering standards and company requirements.
• Design, integrate and approve the defined solutions
• Validate design solutions by implementing simulation, modeling, predictive tools
• Define and approve verification methods (analysis, tests...), elaborate verification program including general engineering aspects such as Function Hazardous Analysis, EMI:EMC, general environment, vibrations, thermal analysis (list not limited) and deliver the verification results to Airworthiness team
• Coordinate with test center to define the test intention and expected test results
• Optimize design solution to improve the reuse of existing solutions

Electrical integration activities: 10%

• Design, develop, and review technical documents and engineering drawings needed to integrate avionics and electrical equipment, and their associated interfaces

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent experience.

Preferred:

• Masters of Science (MSEE) or equivalent experience.

Experience:

Required:

• Minimum fifteen (15) years in avionics system architecture/design and at least five (5) years working experience with the FAA on Certification projects as a DER and/or UM.
• Experienced with following systems: Glass cockpit, Radio navigation, Radio Communication, and Moving map.
• Must be an FAA Systems & Equipment Electrical DER in good standing with the delegations noted below (Delegations from FAA Order 8110.37, Chart C2, 14 CFR Part 27 and 29. Ref Chart 1 on pp. 3.)

Chart 1 - Systems and Equipment (Electrical) Function Chart

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

• Training and/or experience with ARP 4754, ARP 4761, DO-160, DO-297, DO-254 & DO-178, Title 14Part 21 Certification Procedures for Products and Articles.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required:

• Avionics architecture and system integration.
• System Engineering and solid understanding of ARP 4754, ARP 4761, DO-160, DO-297, DO-254 & DO-178.
• Airworthiness (experience with compliance allocation and demonstration).

Simulation.

• Flight safety (safety objectives definition).
• Formal training and/or working knowledge of Title 14 CFR Part 27 and Part 29.
• Must become approved as an ODA Electrical Unit Member and Company DER by the FAA.

Preferred:

• Human Machine Interface (HMI) (parameter to be displayed and open mechanism to be implemented)

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

Required:

• Fluent English

Preferred:

• German and/or French

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Basic Avionics: core computers & displays, Alerting, Clock
• Flight Parameters (INS, AHRS, Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument, Radio Altimeter)
• Pitot & static systems
• Navigation (VOR, ILS, Marker, DME, ADF, DF, Homing, FMS, GPS)
• Radio (VHF, HF, VHF-FM) & Communication (Satcom, etc.)
• Surveillance (Transponder)
• Intercommunication System, Passenger Address, Briefing Unit
• Situational Awareness (Weather Radar, TCAS, Obstacle Warning System, EOS / FLIR Cameras, ELT).
• Recording means (CVFDR)
• Digital map, HTAWS, EGPWS, etc.
• Mission/Map Computers
• Ancillaries (data concentrators, interface units, etc.)
• Cockpit controls, switching, indicators, etc.
• Power supply, converters and inverters for Avionics equipment
• Lights (Day/Night/NVIS)
• Antennas (VOR, VHF, etc.)
• Ground tools

Travel Required:

• 10% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

• US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or person that could be covered under ITAR license)

Clearance:

• None

Decision Making, Complexity:

• Is the delegated authority for the FAA on AHI's site for electrical/avionic decisions. Must exercise independent authority for FAA certification decisions. Will handle complex technical scenarios, able to lead the technical design iteration(s) to resolution, and firmly aim to deliver on time, cost and quality (>90%).

Organizational information:

• Reports to the Head of Architecture, System Definition and General engineering.

Direct Reports:

• Exempt: 0
• Non-exempt: 0

Job Dimensions, Contributions to Success:

• Will ensure the successful implementation of systems representing more than 100,000 design hours a year and the timely certification of systems for more than 50 STCs a year.
• Responsible for maintaining FAA relationships required for AHI's ability to obtain certifications.

Nature of Contacts:

• Communicates well with internal and external customers.
• Engages involved parties to resolve roadblocks and propose mitigating strategies.

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite: 100% except when on travel.
• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Required daily.
• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Required daily.
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Required daily.
• Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Required daily.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs. daily
• Lifting: able to lift documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs. daily
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Rarely required.
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Required daily.
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Required infrequently.
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Required daily.
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Approximately 5% - 10%.
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Required daily.
• Personal Protective Equipment required: steel toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits; appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

As a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

NOTE: Airbus Helicopters, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.