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Position Summary: Join our team as a Mid-Level Certification Engineer, where you will play a critical role in executing both large and small-scale certification programs. Collaborate effectively with internal teams, installers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies such as the FAA and EASA to ensure compliance and project success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate as part of the certification team with FAA/EASA designees to develop certification basis and plans.
• Act as a liaison between airlines, FAA/EASA, and suppliers to facilitate timely project completion.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate certification records.
• Oversee vendor testing and ensure adherence to schedules for final certification.
• Create tools as needed to track deliverables, testing, and compliance findings, ensuring on-time project completion.
• Mitigate risks by conducting Risk Management reviews, addressing issues in real-time, and assessing impact.
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA/EASA/Other) to coordinate and secure approvals.
• Develop and execute independent certification programs with minimal oversight.
• Adhere to internal company processes.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a related engineering field is required, along with a minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience, or a Master's degree with at least 2 years of experience in aircraft interior products.

Technical Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Aircraft Interior certification and TSO product testing.
• Familiarity with FAA and EASA requirements related to TSO/ETSO and aircraft interior certification.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR and CS Part 21, Part 25 regulations.
• Ability to prepare test plans that meet FAA and EASA requirements and comply with airframe manufacturer specifications.
• Strong project management skills for tracking and maintaining schedules across multiple suppliers and projects.
• Risk management expertise to assess current issues and manage risks effectively.
• Exceptional organizational skills, self-motivation, and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to work within or lead teams as needed, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience developing strong relationships with domestic and international regulatory compliance offices.
• Commitment to staying current with industry guidance and finding new compliance methods when appropriate.

Computer Skills:

• Experience with CATIA V4 or V5 (or similar software) is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products is required.
• Familiarity with SAP and matrix parts lists with high variant diversity is a plus.

Travel Requirements:

Employees should expect to travel up to 20% of the time domestically.