Certification Compliance Engineer Job Bothell area,Washington USA,Engineering

Certification Compliance Engineer

The Certification Compliance Engineer serves as the technical authority for certification compliance on aircraft integration STC projects. Holding active FAA delegated authority (DER and/or ODA Engineering Unit Member), the role exercises independent technical judgment in developing certification strategies, issuing compliance findings, and determining compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. The Certification Compliance Engineer is responsible for leading certification execution throughout the project lifecycle, including development of certification plans, coordination of compliance activities, identification of acceptable Means of Compliance, and closure of regulatory findings.

The role works closely with engineering teams to develop compliant designs, establish certification requirements, and ensure regulatory considerations are incorporated early in the design process. In addition to delegated authority responsibilities, the Certification Compliance Engineer provides cross-functional technical leadership across Mechanical, Electrical, Structures, Software, Systems, and Project Engineering disciplines to support successful certification outcomes. The role combines regulatory responsibility, technical leadership, and project execution to ensure aircraft integration solutions are safe, compliant, and certifiable.

The wage range of $142,000 - $238,000 is just one component of Panasonic's total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related engineering discipline).
Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible engineering experience, with significant experience in aircraft certification, regulatory compliance, aircraft integration, or aerospace engineering.
Active FAA delegated authority as a DER and/or ODA Engineering Unit Member within an applicable discipline.
Demonstrated experience issuing compliance findings and determining compliance with FAA regulations for STC, aircraft modification, or aircraft certification programs.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and coordinate certification activities involving customers, suppliers, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders.
Ability for up to 20% travel domestic and internationally required.

What We Offer:

Paid time off:
Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year.
Health Insurance:
Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through Eye Med or VSP. Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.
401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
Washington residents only are eligible for:
Washington's Family and Medical Leave program and Washington's Paid Sick Leave program.

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy.

All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law.