ECS Engineer III (REMOTE) at RPS North America

St. Charles, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Motivated self-starter able to operate under minimal guidance, instruction, or supervision
  • In-depth knowledge and firsthand experience of Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and their design in modern aviation
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements for commercial aerospace and ability to capture requirements within a design
  • Ability to work well with other systems engineers to provide input and receive tasking
  • Overall aircraft level understanding of aircraft systems (desirable)
  • Flexible mindset and ability to adapt and learn skills required for tasks
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field (preferred) and minimum of 10+ years of experience in ECS aerospace engineering
  • Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience (desirable)
  • Advanced working knowledge of MS Office products
  • Siemens NX or CATIA V5/3DX experience required

Responsibilities

  • Designs, develops, and documents ECS systems in accordance with customer specifications and airworthiness requirements
  • Identifies, develops, and maintains connection with critical suppliers to ensure system integration and compliance with design requirements
  • Communicates technical requirements to suppliers
  • Assists suppliers with quality manufacturability and technical concerns
  • Participates in program and design reviews
  • Designs ‘clean sheet’ system architecture across multiple systems
  • Selects suitable components and equipment to fulfill design requirements
  • Supports system safety assessments
  • Understands FAA, EASA, and other regulatory requirements
  • Performs systems integration tasks
  • Provides guidance and direction to other engineers and oversees their work

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Environmental Control SystemsECS DesignSystems EngineeringAerospace RequirementsAircraft SystemsRegulatory Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this ECS Engineer III position remote?

Yes, the position is remote as indicated by the job title.

What experience is required for the Systems Engineer III - ECS role?

A minimum of 10+ years of experience in an Environmental Control Systems aerospace engineering position is required, with a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field preferred.

What are the key responsibilities of the ECS Engineer III?

Key responsibilities include designing and developing ECS systems per customer specs and airworthiness requirements, managing suppliers, participating in design reviews, performing systems integration, and providing guidance to other engineers.

What kind of team environment can I expect at Sonaca North America?

The role is part of a flexible Systems Engineering team that works within the aerospace industry on various projects, requiring collaboration with other systems engineers and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

What makes a strong candidate for this ECS Engineer position?

A strong candidate is a motivated self-starter with in-depth knowledge of Environmental Control Systems design in modern aviation, understanding of commercial aerospace regulations, aircraft systems knowledge, and a flexible mindset to adapt to different projects.

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
$31.5KTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from AECOM with new regional director.
Acquisition by Tetra Tech may impact client relationships.
Internal competition from NEO Material Development Kit could cause brand confusion.

Differentiation

RPS Group offers a wide range of consulting and advisory services.
The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consulting.
RPS leverages its global presence and multidisciplinary teams for tailored solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to global sustainability focus.
Growing interest in digital transformation aligns with RPS's expertise.
Expansion of green finance offers new project opportunities for RPS.

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