Senior Flammability Engineer(Onsite)

Location: US-WA-EVERETT-11404 ~ 11404 Commando Rd ~ COMMANDO

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. As a Senior Flammability Engineer , you will be responsible for review of engineering designs and development of flammability substantiation data to demonstrate compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.  Specifically, this role is to support the Lavatories Business Unit in the qualification, testing, and certification of aircraft lavatories, and to provide technical support for ongoing continued airworthiness.

Contribute to successful project completion by participating in the review of designs, regulatory/customer requirements, and qualification plans while developing substantiation data documentation to support project goals. Prepare or review flammability test drawings, test plans, test reports, and qualification documents. Support fire properties testing including coordination for internal and external laboratory tests (Bunsen burner, heat release, smoke density and toxicity). Review engineering design changes and prepare change-based documentation for flammability compliance. Collaborate across all disciplines of the design team during product development. Work with customer design engineers, subject matter experts and FAA authorized representatives (ODA/DER) to establish acceptable showing of compliance for flammability.

You Must Have:   A University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree and minimum of 3 years’ experience. Knowledge of material property characteristics, flammability of materials. Ability to interpret material and fabrication process specifications for non-metallic structure. Basic knowledge of composite manufacturing methods, vacuum forming, injection molding, composite materials, bonding, trim and finish.

We Prefer: Prior commercial Aerospace Flammability Engineering experience. Direct experience with flammability, heat release, smoke and toxicity requirements and substantiation methods for commercial airplane interiors related to 14 CFR 25.853 and OEM requirements. Knowledge of FAA policy related to acceptable methods for compliance for flammability.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate