Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Project Engineer. The Irvine facility has approximately 200 employees and is the Headquarters for Eaton Aerospace. This site makes the parts that bring jet fuel to and through thousands of aircraft every day.

 

The expected annual salary range for this role is $99000 - $145000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

What you’ll do:

Eaton Aerospace Group has a need for a Lead Project Engineer at the Irvine, CA facility.  The Irvine site is the premier design, development and manufacturing source for Airframe Fuel Distribution and Measurement Products as well as Aerial and Ground Refueling Products worldwide.  This individual will integrate with an existing mature engineering group and will be responsible for providing technical coordination and oversight of fuel system component development projects.    

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

Interfaces with customers and other external and internal functions to define the technical requirements and perform trade studies for new projects.Prepares technical proposals, cost estimates, and schedules for proposed projects.Prepares and maintains technical reports and presents technical information to customers and internal personnel in program reviews.Reports technical program metrics in accordance with Eaton Aerospace Common Engineering Standards.Provides functional and technical requirements to internal support personnel and reviews design concepts and detailed drawings to ensure conformance.Establishes cost-effective developmental, qualification, and acceptance test procedures.Provides necessary technical assistance to ensure timely receipt of development and qualification test hardware.Provides engineering support of component testing, including analysis and interpretation of test data; initiates design changes and corrective actions.Utilizes the principles of Design for Six SigmaSupports continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.    Qualifications:

 

Basic (Required) Qualifications: 

 

Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institutionThree years of project engineering experienceCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate geographical area (92618) will be considered. Active Duty Military Service memeber candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

 

Working knowledge of aerospace fuel systems and/or pumps, valves, pressure/flow regulators, and/or other applicable fluid management hardware.Must be able to work with other personnel in a team environment to identify and solve problems as well as define and implement process improvements.

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