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Candidates will also be responsible for coordinating and leadingdevelopment and system integration work with subcontractors and externalsuppliers.Responsibilities\nInterface with other aircraft disciplines, including structural and electrical disciplines, along with engineering flight test, airworthiness and experimental, across the Cirrus Aircraft platform.\nWork with a multi-discipline team on propulsion system design development.\nIdentify, select, and coordinate with component and system suppliers.\nActive involvement in development and certification of powerplant systems under FAR Part 23 or Part 33.\nResearch industry guidance documents for best practices, e.g. SAE, ASTM, RTCA.\nSystems engineering technical process definition and execution.\nProvide technical mentoring on thermal analysis, modal analysis and vibration, fluid dynamics and propulsion system architecture.\nPerform and/or approve thorough trade studies involving weight, cost, reliability, and manufacturability.\nAuthor, check and/or approve 3D models and drawings of propulsion systems in Creo.\nAuthor, check and/or approve documents including test plans and reports, certification reports, and other engineering documents.\nApprove work orders to build or modify experimental aircraft and other ground test articles.\nActive performance management of direct reports: facilitate weekly team meetings to ensure alignment to project goals and team commitments, 1:1 meetings, performance improvement as necessary, and annual reviews.\nRegular, reliable, and predictable attendance\nQualifications\nRequiredBachelor's degree inAerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering\n8+ years of experience inaircraft propulsion systems \n3+years of leadership experience\nDemonstratedexpertise in aircraft systems or airframe structures\nAbilityto demonstrate sound judgement\nAbility to effectivelymanage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the sametime.\nMust have strong writtenand verbal communication skills on technical issues and have a high level ofinitiative to fill gaps when necessary.\nProficient in MicrosoftOffice (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Teams).\nPreferred:Master of Business Administration (MBA)\nPropulsion systems experience\nOur Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:\nComprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options\nEmployer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance\nFlexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA\nWell-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider\n 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service\nPTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year\nAdditional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty\nCareer Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities\nExclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available\nCommunity & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations\nThese benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!Other Duties Please note that 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.\nCirrus is dedicated to a drug-free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. 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