[Remote] Aircraft Certification Engineer - Propulsion

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH) is looking for an Aircraft Certification Engineer - Propulsion to support the airworthiness certification of military commercial derivative aircraft. The role involves serving as a technical authority on certification strategies and ensuring compliance with FAA and military airworthiness standards while collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) level understanding of engine performance, installation, fuel/oil systems, and integration with the airframe
• Serve as the technical SME for aircraft certification, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and MIL-HDBK-516C airworthiness requirements
• Develop, review and execute certification plans for MCDA programs
• Interface with military airworthiness authorities and DER/DAR representatives to coordinate approval activities
• Identify and resolve certification gaps arising from the interaction of civil and military airworthiness requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of internal certification processes, tools, and best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 15+ years of experience in aircraft certification related to propulsion, with direct involvement in FAA type certification or supplemental type certificate (STC) programs
• Ability to pass a Tier 1 (minimum) Investigation for work on Department of Defense contracts
• FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) authorization in one or more disciplines
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14CFR - especially Chapter I, Part 25), as it pertains to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulation procedures and the STC process
• Requires experience in program management, effective communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to coordinate certification programs for alterations and modifications
• Should have experience creating certification documents such as ICAs, Ground/Flight Test Plans, Compliance Checklists, Project Specific Certification Plans, etc
• Prior experience with military commercial derivative aircraft programs
• Existing security clearance is preferred

Benefits

• All travel costs are covered (including, flights, hotel, rental car, GSA per diem, etc.)

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