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in Minneota, MN
Sr. Certification / Airworthiness Engineer
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Minneota, Minnesota |
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Job Description
Job Title: Senior Certification / Airworthiness Engineer
***Onsite role in Minnesota***
Direct hire / permanent position
Position Summary: The Senior Certification Engineer serves as the primary liaison with the FAA and other certifying authorities, playing a pivotal role in matters related to aircraft type certification and equipment installation validation. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of 14 CFR Part 23 requirements, compliance mechanisms, and certification protocols, along with a global perspective encompassing international regulations and validation procedures. The Senior Certification Engineer orchestrates all certification activities, ensuring a smooth progression from project initiation to the attainment of type certification approval.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordination of Certification and Validation Activities:
- Act as the focal point for various certification and validation initiatives.
- Collaborate internally with project management, engineering specialists, quality assurance, and international sales representatives.
- Foster external partnerships with suppliers, industry partners, FAA, and international Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA).
Leadership in Certification and Validation Meetings:
- Take the lead in certification and validation meetings, including type board sessions and technical reviews.
- Ensure meticulous preparation and active participation in these critical gatherings.
Development of Certification Documentation:
- Coordinate the creation of essential documents such as Certification Plans, Compliance Checklists, Test Plans, Test Reports, Analysis Reports, and Drawing Lists.
- Maintain responsibility for safeguarding all documentation related to aircraft and equipment certification and validation.
Regulatory Submissions and Approvals:
- Manage the timely submission of all necessary documents to the FAA and international CAA for certification and validation.
- Track and log approvals for submitted data.
Certification Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive Certification Reports to archive project knowledge upon project completion.
Participation in Design and Project Reviews:
- Engage in internal design and project reviews, actively contributing to discussions on certification-related matters.
Regulatory Guidance and Training:
- Provide guidance, training, and leadership to engineering and quality personnel regarding regulatory compliance.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, or engineering management.
- Preferred minimum of 6 years of experience in regulatory compliance.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in an aircraft or automotive engineering design environment.
- Proven expertise in personnel and project planning, scheduling, and coordination.
Demonstrated Proficiencies/Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
- In-depth knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21 and 23 regulations and associated policies.
- Competence in software applications, including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness and ability to travel as required to fulfill job responsibilities.
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