Certification Engineer Sr

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Located in Duluth, MN.

The Sr. Certification Engineer serves as an interface with FAA and international certifying authorities regarding type certification and validation of Cirrus Design aircraft and equipment installations. He/she demonstrates proficiency with 14 CFR Part 21 requirements and related FAA policy, and international regulations and validation procedures. The Sr. Certification Engineer leads certification activities to ensure timely progression from project planning through type certification approval, monitors post‑type certification service difficulties, and coordinates corrective action with FAA and authorities.

Preferred ODA Administrator experience.

• Create Project Specific Certification Plans (PSCP) that meet project team objectives, align with FAA policies, and identify areas where new policy must be developed.
• Lead Cirrus certification and validation activities including internal coordination with project management, engineering technical specialists, quality assurance, and external coordination with suppliers, industry counterparts, FAA and international authorities.
• Lead certification and validation meetings including type boards and technical reviews and ensure proper preparation and participation are accomplished.
• Review certification documents to ensure they meet the requirements of the certification plan.
• Escalate certification and validation issues and coordinate responses to regulatory questions and formal Issue Papers and Certification Review Items.
• Create certification reports to ensure project knowledge is captured at project conclusion.
• Participate in internal design and project reviews where certification issues will be discussed.
• Provide regulatory guidance, training and leadership to engineering and quality personnel.
• Monitor service difficulty reports and notify FAA upon determination of an unsafe condition.
• Coordinate the development of service difficulty corrective action plans and monitor completion.
• Coordinate corrective action plans and obtain acceptance of both plans and final reports.
• Develop and submit responses to FAA questions regarding certification and continued operational safety conditions.

• Engineering bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in certification, regulatory compliance, or aviation maintenance.
• Without an engineering bachelor’s degree, minimum of 10 years of experience in certification, regulatory compliance, or aviation maintenance.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Proficient technical writing and speaking communication skills.
• Basic MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Knowledge of aircraft certification procedure, Part 21 regulation and associated guidance/policy.
• Knowledge of aircraft design, manufacturing, and/or maintenance.
• Preferred knowledge of Part 23 and associated guidance/policy.

• Persuasive.
• Interpersonal Savvy.
• Manages Ambiguity.
• Organizational Savvy.
• Manages Complexity.

• 401(k) Plan:
  Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer‑Paid Coverages:
  Group term life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking:
  With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus:
  For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development:
  Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts:
  Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement:
  Company and employee clubs at various locations.

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 position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Airlines and Aviation

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug‑free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.