US-MI Performance Database Systems Engineers

US-MI Performance Database Systems Engineers

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SMITHS INDUSTRIES

Titles:  Performance Database Systems Engineers

Location:  Grand Rapids, MI

Description:  Software development; avionics; aeronautics; controls

Smiths Industries--a $210 million world-leading developer and producer
of aircraft systems, sensors and electronic control and monitoring
systems--is seeking  a Performance Database Systems Engineers.
Successful candidates will benefit from the technically advanced
staff, equipment and product line, as well as the opportunity for
mobility into other specializations and positions and career
advancement. This fluid work environment supports cross-functional
training and the opportunity to transition from a software- to
hardware-related position. The acquisition of substantial new
long-term business has prompted Smiths to substantially expand the
size of its professional staff at Grand Rapids, MI. The Grand Rapids
Aerospace facility presently employs 850 people and plans to increase
this number significantly over the next year.
 
The PERFORMANCE DATABASE SYSTEMS ENGINEER will analyze and compile
aircraft performance data; generate binary data for loading into
Flight Management Computers; write specifications describing data
formats and code Operational Flight software for use of performance
data. Data analysis is accomplished with numerical analytic techniques
and tools on VAX and PCs. Data is extracted from a variety  of sources
including operations and performance engineers' manuals and source
code, among others. 

The successful candidate will have a BS to Ph.D. in electrical,
computer or aeronautical engineering, mathematics, physics, or
computer science and up to 5 years of engineering experience.
Applicants should have a basic knowledge of aircraft performance,
numerical analysis and experience in data analysis. Knowledge of Ada,
C language and Visual Basic for Applications is desirable.

Smiths offers highly competitive compensation and comprehensive
benefits plus the opportunity for career advancement in a rapidly
expanding area of its business. The company is well respected in the
Grand Rapids community and is perceived as having a high caliber of
personnel.

Grand Rapids, Michigan's second largest with a metropolitan population
of more than 650,000, provides unparalleled recreational
opportunities. In addition to Lake Michigan, the immediate area boasts
10 inland lakes, 60 parks, and 30 golf courses. The Grand River runs
through downtown and is a favorite spot for salmon fishing.  For more
information about the local advantages, check the web sites at
http://www.chm.msu.edu/GRAMEC_Page/GR-MAIN.HTM  and
http://www.greenridge.com/community/.

For more expedient consideration, contact Smiths Industries'
confidential consultant by accessing the online response form at:
http://cgi.presrch.com:10116/jobs.cgi  (You will need this job code:
265224).

Or send your resume with compensation information to:

Dept. 265224
Smiths Industries Recruiting Center
7337 N. Lincoln Ave., Suite 280
Lincolnwood, IL  60646

Email to psiinc@enteract.com or fax to 847.679.8092.

** Please note that due to U.S. government security regulations,
Smiths Industries cannot sponsor foreign nationals.

Thank you for your interest. EOE.
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