Pilatus is hiring an Aircraft Systems Engineer III to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing project requests related to all aspects of aircraft systems engineering and integration, including avionics, electrical, and mechanical modifications, from concept to certification. A successful person in this role will produce timely results that are high quality and accurate. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, implements, and manages modifications to PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft from concept through completion of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) process.
• Specifies, implements, tests and certifies ISR platform applications for PC-12 and PC-24
• Compiles and authors technical content and illustrations for airworthiness (ICA, SB, Instructions) and operational documents (AFMS, Platform Operator documentation)
• Plans, coordinates, and liaises with all departments for certification activities required to achieve FAA STC approvals, Field Approvals, maintenance, and validation of current and future approvals
• Functions as project coordinator with internal and external stakeholder for assigned projects
• Prepares various reports, inspection, and test/acceptance procedures
• Identifies and manages outside engineering products and services suppliers with respect to statement of work, schedule, design review, project management, and product certification

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Supports technical meetings, design reviews, and product acceptance with customers and authorities
• Provides technical guidance in all aspects of avionics, electrical, and aircraft systems integration
• Coordinates various engineering aspects with Pilatus Aircraft OEM Engineering in Switzerland to ensure conformance with established engineering standards, procedures, and practices

Skills/Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of related experience in aviation required
• Experience with complex aircraft design, modification, and certification projects preferred (Pilatus PC-12/PC-24 type and/or latest generation Integrated Flightdeck familiarity strongly desired)
• Strong familiarity and demonstrated experience with 14 CFR Part 23 compliance requirements
  (TCCA CAR523 and EASA CS 23 experience beneficial)
• CAD application knowledge [ECAD experience is a must (OrCAD desired) as well as PDM/PLM familiarity such as Siemens Teamcenter, Unigraphics, Solid Edge application knowledge is beneficial]
• Excellent report writing, presentation skills, and multitasking ability
• Demonstrated experience in Completions Center or Part 145 Repair Station environment beneficial
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
• Must meet the criteria of a U.S. person as defined under ITAR 22 CFR 120.62

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The salary range for this position is $91,562 - 123,609 per year depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd was founded in Broomfield, Colorado in 1996. Pilatus’ new 118,000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 NGX and PC-24 aircraft delivering to North and South America. This new completions center consolidates the operations Pilatus has performed at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport for over 20 years.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To submit a paper application, please mail your resume to 12300 Pilatus Way, Broomfield, CO 80021 Attention: Human Resources. No walk-ins please. If personalized assistance is needed to complete an online application for this position, please email employment.us@pilatus-aircraft.com with your request.