At Crane, we strongly believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. We further leverage this most important asset—our intellectual capital—by offering mobility opportunities in a global environment. With operations in 25 countries, Crane offers exciting opportunities to pursue career paths that are diverse, challenging and rewarding.

Systems Engineer IV

About the Company
Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products with a substantial presence in a number of focused niche markets. With approximately 12,000 employees working together in five business segments across 25 countries, Crane generated 2008 net sales of $2.6 billion. We are dedicated to integrity and honest dealings in all that we do.

 

Crane Aerospace & Electronics combines the experience of long-time industry leaders to supply critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Our products are found in some of the most demanding environments, from engines to landing gear, from satellites to medical implants, and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

 

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers a variety of fluid management solutions, drawing on years of experience to precisely match our products to your specifications and preferences. Our product lines include Lear Romec brand lube and scavenge pumps for gas turbine engine lubrication, Lear Romec and Hydro-Aire brand AC and DC centrifugal pumps for fuel, water, and coolant, as well as ELDEC brand fuel gauging systems, fuel flowmeters, and pressure sensing products.

• Location:  Lynnwood, WA
• Job Number:  RC09R859
• Job Category:  Engineering
• Product Solution:        Fluid Management
• Shift:  1^st
• Relocation Package:   Available

About the Opportunity
Build your career here and experience the advantages that come with working for one of the most respected names in the Aerospace industry. Crane Aerospace leverages the skills and experience of all employees. The work environment is fast-paced, and high-energy. You'll work side-by-side with people you can trust and respect.

 

We need a talented individual in our Fluid Management Group at our Lynnwood site to fill the role of Systems Engineer IV.  In this position, you will be the one who assumes complete responsibility for systems engineering and electrical engineering aspects of assigned proposals, projects, investigations, and/or other activities under the general guidance of a supervising manager.  You will operate within cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, business development, etc.) to achieve overall program objectives and need to apply good program management skills on all assigned activities.  You will also be responsible for maintaining control of project and product costs and schedules while satisfying all department, project, and customer requirements including customer satisfaction, cost, quality, and delivery.

 

Essential Job Functions:

 

·         Primary agent for product design, insuring that all system and/or electrical engineering design and analysis activities are complete, accurate, and meet program requirements.  Responsibilities include the following categories: Product architecture/configuration, Performance (electromechanical, electronics), Modeling, Analysis, Weight, Reliability, Materials, and Safety.

·         Coordinate and manage projects through to completion and provide technical leadership across work groups.  Position may require supervision of staff on assigned projects.

·         Create, review and/or approve product draw­ings, drawing release packages, drawing revisions and other design documentation in concurrence with company procedures and RTCA DO 178 / 254 guidelines (when applicable).

·         Support the Material Review Board (MRB) in the assessment and disposition of non-conforming hardware and material within the scope of assign products.

·         Estimate and maintain effec­tive control of project cost and schedule.

·         Work effectively with all functional groups and/or suppliers to achieve product performance and cost targets.

·         Define and manage technical and program requirements, including the generation and flow-down of subsystem specifications and requirements.

·         Maintain technical liai­son with customers, suppliers, contractors and other functional groups through effective teamwork and communication.

·         Prepare technical reports and documentation necessary to satisfy customer and program requirements, including proposals, procedures, reports, correspondence, etc.

·         Provide instruction, guidance, oversight and/or support to other personnel and/or disciplines supporting program objectives through utilization of engineering orders, test procedures, purchase requisitions, correspondence and other effective means.     

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• Experience: 8 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Knowledge: Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Engineering and Technology, Computers and Electronics, System Architecture, Software (C Language), Mathematics, English, Design, Physics, Telecommunications, Production and Processing
• Skills: Project Management, Active Listening, Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Complex Problem Solving, Technology Design, Active Learning, Systems Analysis, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management
• Education/Certification: Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering
• Eligibility Requirement: Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible

 

 

Crane Aerospace & Electronics offers competitive salaries and outstanding opportunities for career growth and development.  Visit our website at CraneAE.com for more information on our company, benefits and great opportunities.

 

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check and pass a drug screen prior to employment.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

 

Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.