PTS Designer Engineer II - Avionics Systems presso PAC Panasonic Avionics Corporation
PAC Panasonic Avionics Corporation · Irvine, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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PTS Designer Engineer II
Panasonic Technical Services
Responsibilities:Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com.
Who We Are:
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.
If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero
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The Position:
The PTS Design Engineer II is responsible for the design, integration, and support of Panasonic Technical Services (PTS) engineering deliverables, including IFE racks, specialized tooling, and custom hardware solutions. This role involves interpreting requirements (aircraft, system, and other), developing mechanical and electrical designs, and collaborating across teams to ensure successful deployment and support.
Design and Documentation (45)
- Interpret aircraft, system, and customer requirements to develop mechanical and electrical designs for IFE racks, specialized tooling, and custom hardware.
- Create system block and wiring diagrams, concept drawings, and detailed engineering documentation using CAD and schematic tools.
- Generate and process engineering change documentation (e.g., ECRs, ECOs, MCOs) and maintain revision control using approved PLM systems.
- Release design, build, and maintenance documentation in accordance with engineering standards and version control requirements.
Production and Integration Support (15)
- Support production activities, including coordination with planning and operations teams, material readiness, and hands-on involvement in assembly, integration, validation, and troubleshooting tasks.
- Collaborate with technical staff to verify system functionality and readiness prior to delivery.
- Support commissioning and field integration activities, including on-site testing and troubleshooting.
Project Execution and Task Management (15)
- Manage assigned engineering tasks by maintaining clear ownership, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion.
- Prioritize work based on business impact and schedule dependencies; communicate delays or priority needs proactively.
- Provide technical input for Statements of Work (SOWs), cost assessments, and design reviews.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Technical Support (15)
- Liaise with engineering, operations, and customer support teams to ensure alignment with technical requirements and internal processes.
- Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and issue resolution during design, build, and in-service phases.
- Support in-service troubleshooting, repair, modification, and issue resolution, including on-site engagement where required.
Process and Operational Improvement (10)
- Identify opportunities to improve engineering workflows, documentation quality, and delivery timelines.
- Support the review and improvement of technical documentation, including engineering documentation, work instructions, and reference materials.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements and automation tools that enhance team efficiency and output quality.
The salary or hourly wage range of $80,000 – $134,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical or electrical design, preferably within the aviation, aerospace, or IFE industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field is preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience producing and releasing engineering documentation using CAD and PLM tools.
- Familiarity with aviation standards, aircraft systems, and technical publications is preferred.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical design principles, with experience interpreting aircraft wiring diagrams, schematics, and system-level requirements.
- Proficiency in CAD and schematic design tools (e.g., Creo Parametric / Creo Schematics); capable of producing clear, accurate engineering documentation.
- Familiarity with PLM systems and version control practices; experience with tools such as Windchill and Agile is preferred.
- Knowledge of aviation technical publications standards and methods.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and system-level issues.
- Effective project and task management skills; able to manage priorities, dependencies, and deadlines across multiple initiatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and collaborate across teams.
- Self-driven with a high degree of initiative and ownership; able to work independently and contribute in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of Linux-based systems and software loading processes relevant to IFE systems is a plus.
- Up to 10% travel may be required to support on-site activities.
- Working hour flexibility to support a global 24/7 organization.
Our Principles:
Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude
What We Offer:
At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.
Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate.
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