About the Role
This position is responsible for performing highly specialized engineering duties required to develop repairs for commercial and military aircraft, including the preparation of detailed repair instructions and engineering documentation. The Engineer will collaborate with production, quality, engineering, and customer support teams to ensure all repairs meet FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company quality standards while delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective repair solutions.
Responsibilities
- Create detailed repair instructions and engineering documentation to support repair and overhaul activities.
- Develop repair drawings, fabrication drawings, and engineering models using SolidWorks.
- Generate engineering substantiation data, including stress analyses, fit and clearance evaluations, and other technical calculations.
- Utilize OEM technical manuals, engineering specifications, and industry standards to develop approved repair solutions.
- Perform metrology activities to collect dimensional data and validate component configurations.
- Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements in engineering drawings.
- Prepare technical reports, engineering change documentation, and project records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve repair methods, engineering processes, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
- Possess a strong ability to create detailed models and drawings in SolidWorks.
- Proficient with metrology equipment and GD&T drawing specifications.
- Ability to complete all phases of a Repair or Fabrication project from beginning to end.
- Experienced in the use of MS Excel and Word.
- Must demonstrate a high level of mechanical aptitude.
- Highly organized and able to prioritize rapidly changing assignments.
- Must be able to manage multiple priorities and projects.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
- Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to operate office machinery.
- Occasionally requires the disassembly and reassembly of components.
Skills
- SolidWorks
- Metrology equipment
- GD&T drawing specifications
- MS Excel
- MS Word
Location
- Miami, FL
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Benefits
- Health, Vision & Dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability & Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off and paid holidays
About the Company
- HEICO Component Repair Group operates within an FAA-regulated facility.
- HEICO Corporation offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
