Description
We are seeking an Airworthiness Engineer to lead commercial aircraft certification programmes, driving safety, quality, and technical excellence.
You will apply industry knowledge, experience, and best practices to deliver solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.
The successful candidate will be an integral part of our modification teams, developing, certifying, and integrating commercial aircraft modification solutions across a variety of domains, including cabin interiors, IFE, connectivity, and other emerging technologies.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the route to certification, including the development of change classifications, certification programmes, and compliance checklists
- Liaise with EASA on applications for STC / major design changes
- Assist in development of best practice materials for the design organisation, including development and delivery of training
- Aid the Head of the Design Organisation (HDO and Chief of Airworthiness (CoA) in:
- Monitoring new regulations and GM issued by EASA
- Ensuring that all design activities performed are within the terms of approval as specified in the design organisation approval certificate
- Ensuring the classification of the changes and repairs designed by the organisation is correct
- Checking all compliance documents are prepared as necessary to demonstrate compliance with regulations, as well as for completeness
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions following internal and external audits, as well as occurrences (failure, malfunction, or defect)
- Implement strategic initiatives to improve Design Organisation performance
- Aid the Chief of Independent Monitoring Function with technical review of completed projects
- Represent the Office of Airworthiness (OOA) at milestone project meetings (ITCM, PDR, CDR)
- Support relevant Review Boards (Technical and Safety)
- Occasional domestic and/or international travel may be required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- Aviation/aerospace industry experience with minimum 3 years within an EASA Part 21 Design environment
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of EASA regulatory and airworthiness requirements including (E)TSO, CS-25, CFR Part 25 & EASA Part 21J design organisations
- Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken
- Having right to work in the UK
- A high level of attention to detail and professional integrity
- Positive attitude, willing to learn, ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Good interpersonal skills, willingness to listen to suggestions and ideas from colleagues
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to adapt to other cultures and styles of doing business
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an EASA CVE in a DOA
- Knowledge of commercial aircraft connectivity
- Ability to deliver training via classroom and multimedia
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
- Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
- Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
- An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
- Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
- 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
- Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
- Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
- Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
- Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
- 6x annual salary life insurance
- Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
- Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives