Certification Engineer I

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PAC / LifePort believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his / her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the research, planning, and execution of the FAA certification process.

Essential Functions

• Performs standard engineering assignments usually representing a significant portion of a larger project.
• Selects engineering techniques to solve problems and make design decisions
• Compiles FAA certification documentation for submission to regulatory agencies and completion centers / ODA
• Reviews and approves design changes from a certification perspective
• Develop and execute certification programs for seats / divans per FAA guidelines / TSO / ETSO / 14CFR part 21, 25 and airframe guidelines
• Author test plans, test reports, aircraft seat installation instructions, component maintenance manual, engineering reports, etc. as required.
• Hands-on working in a test lab performing static tests and supporting external test labs with dynamic crash testing of aircraft seats
• Supports design optimization tasks
• Taking part in conformity activities
• Prepares documentation for assigned projects to include certification documents, correspondence as well as planning and writing minutes of meetings between Company and Aviation Authorities
• Provides technical leadership to a small group of temporarily assigned engineers and technicians
• Ensures successful completion of the assigned project phase within the budgeted time and cost constraints
• Participate in defining engineering approaches and in planning / scheduling work
• Coordinating certification and continued airworthiness activities within the company
• May represent the company in meetings with government authorities as well as taking part in international working groups and committees
• Interpreting airworthiness requirements and advising appropriate departments in all matters related to airworthiness and certification
• 100% onsite; however, may require some travel to support external testing
• Willing to learn and work in certification of Aircraft Interior products
• Review certification documents of peers for accuracy and completeness

Job Specifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

Education, Certifications, And Experience

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

Our Competitive Benefits Include

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Do you have a passion for aviation, safety and compliance? Ready to take ownership of FAA certification projects? Apply now and start your next chapter with us.

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