Project Engineer I - Aerospace

Job Description ? Be a Part of Something Bigger! At Luminator Technology Group, we believe we are Better Together. We always put the Customer First, focus on achieving Results, strive to Be the Best, and foster a culture of Respect & TrustWe are on a mission to innovate and revolutionize global transportation technology. Luminator is a global leader spanning over 85 countries and nearly 1,000 employeesLuminator is seeking a experienced Project engineerI for our Plano, TX headquarters site that will be responsible for leading the development, qualification, certification, and production release of aircraft LED lighting systems and electronic control systems for commercial and business aircraft.The engineer serves as the primary technical interface between airframe OEM customers, internal engineering teams, manufacturing, suppliers, and certification organizations to ensure successful program execution from concept through production and entry into service.This role includes ownership of technical schedule, product compliance, system performance, and engineering deliverables for interior and exterior aircraft lighting systems and associated control electronics. "Candidates must be located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas."What You'll Do:POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Program / Project Engineering • Serve as the engineering focal for customer aircraft lighting programs. • Lead engineering activities from concept, development, qualification, certification, and production • Develop and maintain engineering schedules and technical deliverables • Track technical risks, action items, and program issues • Support customer program reviews and technical interchange meetings • Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams: • Electrical • Mechanical • Optical • Software • Certification • ManufacturingSystem Development ResponsibilitiesLead development of aircraft lighting and control systems including:Cabin LED lighting systemsEmergency lighting systemsCockpit lighting Exterior LED lightingLogo lightsPower supplies and LED driversDimming and network control systemsDefine system architecture, interfaces, and requirementsCertification & Regulatory ComplianceLead certification efforts in coordination with certification engineers and DERs/ODASupport compliance to:14 CFR Part 23 / 25 / 27 / 29DO-160 Environmental QualificationDO-178 Software DO-254 Complex Electronic HardwareARP4754A System DevelopmentARP4761 Safety AssessmentReview and comment on certification documentation: Certification plans Requirements documents Test plans and procedures Compliance & Qualification reports Safety analysis (FHA, FMEA, FTA) Support certification testing and conformity inspections.Qualification & TestingPlan and support environmental qualification testing per DO-160:Plan and support environmental qualification testing per DO-160:Temperature and altitudeVibration/shock/EMI/EMC/PowerInput/Waterproofness/DustSupport photometric and optical testing for lighting performanceSupport system integration testing.Review and comment on qualification test reportsProduction Release & Sustaining EngineeringSupport transition from development into productionReview and approve engineering changesSupport production issues, MRB, and root cause investigationsWork with manufacturing on production test requirements and acceptance testingSupport supplier technical issues and component obsolescenceSupport field issues and airline/OEM service engineering requestsExperience3–5 years of aerospace engineering experienceExperience with aircraft electrical or electronic systemsExperience leading engineering development projectsFamiliarity with DO-160 environmental testingKnowledge of aerospace certification processesAbility to read electrical schematics, system diagrams, and engineering drawingsExperience working directly with customers and suppliersEducationBachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.Additional Preferred Qualifications: Experience with aircraft lighting systems.Experience with LED drivers, power electronics, or lighting control systems.Familiarity with: • ARINC 429 • CAN bus • PWM dimming • RS-485 or Ethernet aircraft networks Experience with DO-178 or DO-254 programs.Experience supporting FAA certification projectsPMP or formal project engineering experience Experience working with OEM aircraft manufacturersWhy You'll Love Working at Luminator:Competitive compensation with career growth potential.Generous time offVacation and wellness time, 10 paid observed company holidays, and 2 floating holidays.Educational Assistance ProgramRobust reimbursement program for professional growth.Health and wellnessMedical, dental, and vision coverageGenerous 401k match through Vanguard Benefits effective on Day One.Find out more about us by visiting our Life@Luminator page!It is the policy of Luminator to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Luminator prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.The above described responsibilities and requirements are a general guide for the role you are applying for and are not all inclusive of the job requirements.Luminator Technology Group does not accept staffing agency candidates for our postings. All positions posted are required to be in office unless otherwise posted.Powered by JazzHREfCNpcrM64