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Onboard Systems International

Project Engineer

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Vancouver, WA
95K-130K
Senior level
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Vancouver, WA
95K-130K
Senior level
Support design, testing, certification, and production transfer of rotorcraft lift electromechanical assemblies. Manage project schedules/resources, perform mechanical/electrical design (CAD, wiring/harnesses), author FAA/OEM-compliant documentation, facilitate qualification testing, and ensure transition to sustained manufacturing.
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Description

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry.  Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.

Onboard Systems International is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, proprietary weighing systems, and Human External Cargo (HEC) equipment. 

Position Overview 

Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite) 

Schedule: Monday - Friday 

Pay: $95,000 - $130,000 per year 

The Project Engineer supports the development and documentation of rotorcraft lift equipment including management of project schedules & resources, mechanical design & product development, and compliance verification on FAA and OEM programs. Responsibilities include design, testing, certification, and ongoing manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies

What You’ll Do

  • Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering design and integration 
  • SolidWorks professional experience including parametric design.
  • Demonstrated understanding of DFM practices and GD&T for precision machining.
  • Experience building and maintaining complex project schedules using industry-standard tools such as MS Project
  • Demonstrated technical writing experience authoring FAA- and OEM-compliant documentation, including certification plans, validation and test reports, maintenance instructions, and other technical data packages.
  • Ability to facilitate and document qualification testing onsite and at external test facilities
  • Manage engineering to production transfer to ensure successful transition from development into sustained manufacturing operations.
  • Periodic travel to support project related activities

Who You Are

  • 5 - 10 years Aerospace experience 
  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, mechanical or electrical preferred.
  • Mechanical design principles (CAD, DFM, & GD&T)
  • Electrical design (wiring & harness design, electrical schematic literacy)
  • Experience in aerospace manufacturing environment (AS9100 Quality Standard or equivalent)
  • Project management experience with MS Project, Jira, or equivalent
  • Exposure to FAA certification preferred

What’s In It for You

  • Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • Paid time off and holidays 
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
  • In addition to offering competitive wages and benefits, Onboard Systems also offers the opportunity to increase your future earnings tied to growth in company performance. We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and reward all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time. 

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

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