Senior Engineer / FAA DER

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The Senior Engineer / FAA DER manages the certification process for aircraft products to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and standards. They also provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to the engineering team while overseeing project budgets and timelines.
SENIOR ENGINEER / FAA DER
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Salary Range: Negotiable based on experience, Company health insurance plan and other benefits eligible.

Job Summary:
The Senior Engineer / FAA DER is accountable for the certification process for aircraft PMA products and MRO support to ensure compliance with FAA (and/or customer) regulations and standards.  The Senior Engineer / FAA DER will work alongside other company Senior Engineers / FAA DER’s and interacts daily with the remaining engineering staff.
Team Leadership:
• Provides coaching, mentoring, and guidance to other team members.
• Fosters a motivated and productive team culture.

FAA Certification:
• Manages the certification process of various components, systems, and aircraft product designs in accordance with FAA regulations, guidelines, and industry best practices, maintaining a strong commitment to safety and airworthiness.
• Develops and implements certification plans and strategies, including the establishment of project timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to meet regulatory requirements.
• Participates in weekly engineering meetings to maintain project/certification progression.
• Performs compliance certifications and reviews and approves certification documents, reports, and compliance statements prepared by team members to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure alignment and compliance with FAA regulations throughout the organization.
• Develops and maintains detailed documentation related to regulatory certification processes, including manuals, standards, procedures, and certification verification records.

Other Duties/Responsibilities:
• Manages certification project budgets, expenses, and resource utilization to ensure cost-effective and timely project delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with the latest developments in the FAA regulations, guidelines, and industry standards.
• Stays up-to-date with the company’s products and industry trends.
• Prepares accurate reports according to the expectations of upper management.

Education, Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• A master’s degree or relevant certification is preferred.
• Current FAA DER Certificate of Designation preferred.
• Proven experience developing certification plans and strategies, and leading certification projects with a strong background in aviation certification and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven team leadership and development experience.
• Knowledge of industry regulations trends. Industry specific experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Working Conditions:
• This opening is for a full time position.
Operates in both an office setting and a warehouse setting. May experience a variety of temperatures and other clement conditions throughout the workday.

• Low to moderate noise level.
• On-site location preferred. Remote work from home is allowable, strong work ethic required.

Cognitive & Physical Demands:
• Daily use of professional judgement in alignment with Company values and policies, ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Frequently: Computer use, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, grasping, reaching, lifting, and standing,
• Able to lift 25 pounds at a time periodically.

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