Job Summary

The Aerodynamics Engineer I works within the Product Development group and the Sustaining teams to provide mass property tracking and estimates. New projects will require analytical methods to be developed for the prediction of weight and center of gravity properties as well as design guidance for achieving the objectives of the project that relate to weight. The Aerodynamic Engineer I is also responsible for the tracking of production weights and identifying anomalies to ensure an acceptable end product with respect to weight and center of gravity. This position will interface with a wide variety of functions and programs across the company and requires good interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Provide aircraft preliminary weight and mass distribution estimates for center of gravity for conceptual designs.
• Perform trade studies and suggestions for weight saving efforts and efficiencies.
• Establish weight and center of gravity target breakdowns for new projects.
• Track weight and center of gravity estimates over time for new projects.
• Track weight and center of gravity measurements during prototype and experimental builds, using CAD Creo.
• Reconcile differences between experimental builds and expected type design weights, using excel or computer programming softwares.
• Support flight test ballasting requirements and final weighing.
• Track production weights including implementation of new projects into production and their effect on weight and center of gravity.
• Create and maintain a bottom up weight roll-up for each SR2x, SR50 or SR10 platform.
• Provide detailed mass property information for loads, performance, and flutter analysis using excel and programming database system.
• Identify source of production weight anomalies and engage in determining corrective action.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required.
• 0-2 years of experience required.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint required.
• Proficient in computer programming required (Fortran, Python, and VBA experience).
• Required familiarity with engineering drawings, CAD creo10 software, Linux OS, and python and Bash Shell scripting languages.
• Preferred: Member of Society of Allied Weight Engineers (SAWE)
• Preferred: Proficient in writing excel macros
• Preferred: Exposure to Part 23 and/or Part 25 FAA federal regulations.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Cultivates Innovation: Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5 after 90 days, with 100 vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Other Duties

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 may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.