Certification Engineer

Jamco America Certification Specialist

Ensures that all approved certification procedures, delegations, regulations, policies, and approved methods of compliance are followed and/or properly executed in support of Jamco America certification projects. Perform a wide variety of certification-related tasks in accordance with established certification procedures and policies and understanding of FAA regulations and guidance material. Coordination with and mentoring of, Certification Engineers, Certification Specialists, and Certification Administrative Assistants assigned to Jamco America certification programs.

Represent Jamco America certification interests in technical interface meetings with airline customers and the FAA, exhibiting mature interpersonal, language, and leadership skills. Prepare certification and conformity inspection plans for Jamco America projects. Manage all certification activities for the assigned projects and coordinate all designee support functions. Prepare correspondence to the FAA and other regulatory agencies on behalf of the Certification Engineering Manager.

Compile certification cost and schedule estimates in support of project proposals. Develop tools/databases and standardized estimate values for future projects. Development, preparation, and documentation of standardized regulatory and certification guidance material. Development, preparation, and documentation of certification procedures and checklist to be followed by the company, Certification, and/or ODA. Assist in the development, preparation, and documentation of FAA-approved methods of compliance for all applicable regulations.

Assist the ODA Administrators in the execution of all ODA procedures and the maintenance of Jamco America continued eligibility for ODA. Develop training material on certification/ODA procedures, on regulatory guidance material, and on accepted methods of compliance. Conduct training for ODA Unit Members, FAA OMT, and Jamco America personnel. Prepare certification management reports which include current performance metrics, historical results, budget, forecasts, and/or performance trends.

Support other external reporting requirements including government surveys, Unit Member annual evaluations, and JSOX/FAA audit requirements. Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position requires completion of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related Engineering field, and 5-7 years experience, or equivalent educational and working experience (12 years minimum in an aerospace related field). Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes knowledge of principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various systems, goods and services to be able to read and understand technical documentation.

General knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models. Fundamental knowledge of the FAA requirements for the installation of aircraft interior system/subsystem components, e.g. 14 CFR Part 25, and OEM Design requirements (Standard Wiring Practices, Boeing Design Manual/Specifications, Standard Interface Documents, etc). Extensive understanding of aircraft terms, design requirements and certification processes.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, advanced leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources. Able to work in a team environment, able to coordinate projects from start to end, accept required roles, responsibilities and accountability. Ability to identify increasingly complex problems and understanding related information to evaluate and develop options and implement solutions. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts and measurements and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, trigonometry, imaginary number, and proportions. Ability to use various formulas embedded and linkage amongst cells in spreadsheet program. Must demonstrate concern and take actions to meet requirements and high standards of quality of both internal and external customers. Must display courtesy and sensitivity. Manage difficult situations.

Meet commitments. Respond promptly to customer needs. Solicit customer feedback to improve service. Ability to write technical documents and formal business correspondence. Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, technical data, engineering documentations, governmental regulations, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to groups of customers, other employees, or organizations.

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