Repair Development Engineer- Able Aerospace Services, Inc. (

Job Number:

335822)Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The repair development engineer is responsible for designing extended repairs to restore airworthiness in aircraft components and assemblies that were otherwise deemed scrap. Write work instructions for operations to carry out the manufacturing processes required. Justify the repairs through use of engineering analysis and tools such as hand calculations, finite element analysis, and other methods. Coordinate with approving agencies to gain approval/certification of the repairs. Adhere to and improve the quality standards used in the aerospace industry as well as Textron Aviation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Expand Able Aerospace Services capability and business by developing expanded repairs
Design repair manufacturing requirements for operations to execute based on industry standard practices

Develop engineering justifications/analysis to support the airworthiness of the components and gain approval through various agencies such as the FAA, EASA, JCAB, etc.

Manage repair development projects through planning, coordination, reporting, and ownership of goals and deadlines

Perform peer review of repair documents and justifications

Collaborate with team to facilitate improvement of skills and experience

Help resolve technical issues that may be found within productions or engineering

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required
Minimum 2 years’ engineering or related technical experience required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Technical writing expertise
Requires self-starter skills and the ability to investigate the problem statement for each condition, part, and proposed solution
Ability to thrive in a team environment that requires peer reviews and cross-functional sharing of info
Technical and operational understanding of various maintenance operation processing techniques, and mechanical systems
Knowledgeable in computer applications relating to the job including, Microsoft Office Suite, CAD/CAM software, and other aerospace applications
Project management skills including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver timely results
Able to run analytical justifications through hand calculations. FEA software experience is a plus
Understanding of production processes, OEM manual data, and proper use of GD&T
Able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Good communication skills including written and verbal

EEO StatementTextron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: ABLE

Primary Location

: US-Arizona-Mesa

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Shift

: First Shift

Job Posting

: 08/27/2025, 6:28:44 PM