Certification Engineer Sr in Duluth

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This opportunity is located in Duluth MN

The Sr. Certification Engineer acts as an interface with both the FAA and international certifying authorities in matters regarding type certification and validation of Cirrus Design aircraft and equipment installations. The Sr. Certification Engineer shall have demonstrated proficiency with 14 CFR Part 21 requirements and related FAA policy, and with international regulations and validation procedures, through experience with the certification and validation of aviation products. The Sr. Certification Engineer leads certification activities to ensure a timely progression occurs from project planning through type certification approval. Further, the SR. Certification Engineer monitors post-type certification service difficulties and coordinates corrective action plans with the FAA and international authorities. It is that the Sr. Certification Engineer have sufficient experience to qualify as an ODA Administrator.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Create Project Specific Certification Plans (PSCP) that meets project team objectives, aligns with FAA policies, and identifies 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 is 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 make notification to 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.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• With an engineering bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 6 years of experience in certification, regulatory compliance, or aviation maintenance.
• Without an engineering bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 10 years of experience in certification, regulatory compliance, or aviation maintenance.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the 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
• knowledge of Part 23 and associated guidance/policy

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

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

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 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 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.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Other Duties

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.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , age, , , , veteran status, marital and family status, , receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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