Pilatus is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will provide engineering design and support for modifications to PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft in accordance with work instructions, customer specifications, and company and regulatory requirements. A successful person in this position will work closely with other engineering disciplines and production technicians to develop and implement technical solutions. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Produces 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for parts, wire harnesses, and cable assemblies including related bill of materials and aircraft installation instructions
• Works closely with production technicians to ensure drawings and models conform to engineering design, customer specifications, and are in compliance with established company and industry standard practices
• Originates specifications, control documents, verification and validation plans, procedures, reports, and other documentation in support of design and development activities
• Produces discipline-related engineering reports, calculations, and other substantiation documents and oversees outside specialists to obtain compliance verification and approval
• Develops repair documents and approvals for PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft
• Works closely with Quality Assurance to obtain aircraft specific documentation approvals as needed
• Researches, tests, and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, and systems
• Prepares material for and conducts periodic design reviews

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Administers and maintains the engineering library and related publications
• Implements change management policies and procedures through Teamcenter

Skills/Qualifications

• BS Degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of related experience in aviation required
• Must be proficient in the use of Solid Edge with Siemens Teamcenter or comparable 2D/3D CAD suite
• Experience with Cadence OrCAD or comparable ECAD suite desirable
• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with FAR Part 23 compliance requirements desired
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills including MS Office and SharePoint
• High standards of accuracy and quality
• Self-disciplined, capable of handling multiple, simultaneous projects and tasks
• 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 $95,800 - 127,000 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 spanet data.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd was founded in Broomfield, Colorado in 1996. Pilatus’ 118,000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 PRO 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 almost 30 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 Aircraft USA 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.uspilatus-aircraft.com with your request.