CERTIFICATION ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION

A Certification Engineer is the person who translates regulatory requirements into approved aircraft. The role owns the full chain of compliance evidence - from establishing the certification basis under FAA Parts 21, 23, and 25 or EASA CS-25, through writing test plans and compliance reports, to obtaining authority approval for type certificates, STCs, and major modifications. Regulatory agencies, aircraft OEMs, and chief engineering teams all depend on the accuracy of that evidence package. Getting it wrong delays entry into service; getting it right on schedule is the measure of the job.

As the Certification Engineer, you define and execute the compliance strategy that brings aircraft products and modifications to regulatory approval, translating authority requirements into actionable certification plans and substantiation data. You work within an Airworthiness or Certification function, partnering with engineering disciplines, ODA members, Designated Engineering Representatives, and civil aviation authorities including the FAA and EASA.

Career Impact: Engineers who demonstrate command of FAA Parts 21 and 25 and EASA become recognized authorities within aerospace OEMs and Design Organizations, a designation that opens doors to Lead and Head of Airworthiness roles.

Business Impact: Every aircraft modification or new type certificate stalls until compliance is demonstrated - the Certification Engineer's documentation package is the direct gate between engineering work and revenue-generating service entry.

Growth Opportunity: Sustained exposure to STC projects, type certification basis negotiations, and foreign authority validations builds a multi-authority compliance portfolio that commands a premium across commercial, defense, and advanced air mobility programs.

• Define the certification basis and develop the compliance demonstration program for assigned type certificate or STC projects.
• Develop Certification Plans, Compliance Checklists, Master Data Lists, and Conformity Plans for submittal to the FAA, EASA, or equivalent civil aviation authority.
• Produce and review substantiation data, test plans, and test reports to demonstrate compliance with applicable airworthiness regulations.
• Coordinate conformity inspections with Designated Airworthiness Representatives or ODA inspection staff in accordance with the conformity plan.
• Manage the interface between project engineering teams, ODA Unit Members, Designated Engineering Representatives, and regulatory authority contacts.
• Lead certification project reviews, track schedule and budget adherence, and flag risks to program milestones.
• Review proposed design changes for certification implications and advise engineering teams on compliance risk for new materials and novel system architectures.
• Support foreign authority validation activities including type acceptance in non-home countries and import compliance requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 or more years of aircraft certification or airworthiness engineering experience, with direct involvement in FAA or EASA approval projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, particularly 14 CFR Parts 21, 23, and 25, and EASA CS-23 or CS-25 and Part 21 Subpart J.
• Experience developing or reviewing certification compliance documentation including Certification Plans, compliance reports, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, structural substantiation data, and system installation documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical compliance positions to regulatory authority representatives.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent certification projects against fixed regulatory deadlines.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% to support testing, authority meetings, and conformity activities.

• Existing FAA delegation as a Designated Engineering Representative or Designated Airworthiness Representative, or experience working within an ODA.
• Experience obtaining foreign authority type acceptance including EASA, TCCA, CAAC, or ANAC bilateral validation processes.
• Familiarity with aircraft interiors certification requirements under 14 CFR 25.853 or equivalent, including flammability and dynamic seat testing under 14 CFR 25.562.
• Prior experience in an EASA Part 21 Subpart J Design Organization or equivalent international design approval organization.

• Certification project milestone adherence, measured as on-time delivery of authority submittals against the programme schedule.
• Authority finding closure rate, tracking the percentage of open FAA or EASA technical findings resolved within the agreed response window.
• Conformity inspection completion rate, measured against the conformity plan prior to scheduled test events.
• STC or TC approval cycle time, compared to planned duration from application to final authority issuance.
• Compliance documentation rejection rate, reflecting the accuracy of submitted substantiation packages on first review.
• Typical tools: Document management systems (commonly AMOS or SharePoint); compliance tracking (commonly custom MDL or Excel-based compliance matrices).

• Base Salary Range: $85,000 to $125,000 per year, depending on seniority and authority delegation status.
• Bonus: annual performance bonus of 5% to 12% of base salary, tied to programme milestones.
• Equity: stock options or RSUs offered at larger aerospace OEMs and funded start-ups.
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage, typically employer-subsidized.
• PTO: 15 to 20 days per year, plus federal holidays and potential shutdown periods.
• Common Perks: Professional development support for DER or DAR delegation, conference attendance, and tuition reimbursement.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Work authorization in the United States is required for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process upon request. Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check consistent with the requirements of the aerospace industry.

The Certification Engineer owns the end-to-end seating product certification process, producing and reviewing test plans, substantiation data, and compliance reports against 14 CFR 25.561, 25.562, and 25.853 for FAA and EASA TSO applications. Working across a cross-functional team that includes Program Management, Engineering, and Product Development, the role advances schedule and budget adherence while advising on certification risks for new seat designs and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of seating product certification for FAA and EASA Technical Standard Orders applications.
• Review certification requirement matrices and program statements of work for seating projects.
• Produce and review certification plans, substantiation data, test plans, and test reports to show compliance to 14 CFR 25.561, 25.562, and 25.853.
• Conduct and witness in-house static, dynamic, and flammability testing.
• Assist with definition and buildup of test articles, review conformity issues, and coordinate with outside testing facilities.
• Review project certification data for completeness and compliance to regulatory requirements.
• Assist with obtaining acceptance and approval of design and certification data with aircraft OEMs and FAA.
• Participate in technical coordination and design review meetings with customers and aircraft OEMs.
• Coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Product Development, and Testing organizations as part of a cross-functional team.
• Support new product development activities and advise on certification risks for new seat designs and materials.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar technical discipline, with at least 2 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of seat certification including structures, crash dynamics, flammability, aerospace materials, and the TSO process.
• Experience creating, checking, interpreting, and analyzing technical data.
• Proficiency with CAD programs including AutoCad and Solidworks, and familiarity with FEA and classic stress analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering-related programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization, time management, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in team environments.

Embedded within the Airworthiness and Certification function of a new electric aircraft programme in Sweden, the Certification Engineer manages and executes technical subsets of the certification programme spanning Flight Sciences, Structures, Interiors, Propulsion, and Mechanical Systems. Working closely with engineering specialists, Manufacturing, Operations, Flight Test, and Supply Chain Management, the role ensures schedule adherence across design reviews and regulatory authority meetings to keep the certification programme on track.

Core Functions

• Manage and execute technical subsets of the aircraft certification programme across disciplines including Flight Sciences, Structures, Interiors, Propulsion, and Mechanical Systems.
• Work towards discharging airworthiness responsibilities in line with EASA Regulation IR 21.A.239(a).
• Interface with engineering department certification specialists and functions including Manufacturing, Operations, Flight Test, and Supply Chain Management.
• Participate in program and technical reviews as well as customer, supplier, and airworthiness meetings with authorities.
• Ensure schedule adherence to the certification programme and play an active part in design reviews to meet certification, cost, and schedule goals.
• Co-define and implement a personal development plan as part of the Airworthiness and Certification function.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate degree in aerospace, aeronautical, or similar discipline, or equivalent experience via accredited post-graduate training and on-the-job product design experience totaling 5 years.
• Minimum 2 years of design engineering and/or product certification experience within an aerospace OEM, regulatory authority, or Tier 1 supplier.
• Understanding of aircraft development programs through the design, development, and certification lifecycle under EASA/FAA Part 23 or 25.
• Experience with aircraft certification programme planning and execution including certification basis and working with regulatory authorities.
• Understanding of, or experience working in, an EASA Part 21J Design Organization or international equivalent.
• Strong compliance and integration mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Reporting to the Airworthiness Manager, the Certification Engineer coordinates certification projects within the Collins Aerospace Transport Canada Design Approval Organization, developing certification plans and routing approvals for proposed customer design changes. Partnering with DAO members, TCCA, and internal stakeholders, the role enables timely and compliant project delivery for aircraft interiors customers across major global airworthiness frameworks.

Primary Duties

• Coordinate certification projects with customers, internal resources, and Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA).
• Acquire, store, and disseminate customer data for internal review.
• Coordinate with DAO members for review and acceptance of certification reports and documents.
• Develop certification plans for proposed customer design changes and submit to TCCA.
• Track and facilitate responses to TCCA technical inquiries and route certification approvals to customers and TCCA.
• Attend weekly Airworthiness Control Committee meetings to discuss ongoing projects, revised DAO procedures, and internal project audits.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 2+ years of Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering experience, an Advanced Degree in a relevant field, or 6+ years of equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of aircraft or rotorcraft certification requirements including FAR 23/25/27/29 and EASA CS 23/25/27/29 and associated guidance material.
• Experience authoring certification plans for Transport Canada or other major airworthiness authorities such as FAA, EASA, CAAC, and ANAC.
• Experience writing design compliance reports, certification test plans, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, and Airplane Flight Manuals.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and working in the aerospace industry on aircraft interiors certification.
• Familiarity with Transport Canada bilateral agreements with agencies including FAA and EASA.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with customers, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.

Sitting at the intersection of project management and technical certification, the Certification Engineer leads ODA programs as the single point of contact for customers, developing and executing certification plans and managing compliance deliverables including Certification Plans, Compliance Reports, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. Operating across internal ODA members, the FAA, vendors, and customers, the role ensures STC projects meet all regulatory requirements while mentoring team members on certification processes and procedures.

Duties

• Plan and execute technical activities in accordance with StandardAero's ODA manual and customer requirements.
• Serve as project manager for ODA programs as single point of contact for the customer.
• Interface and communicate with ODA members, the FAA, vendors, and customers as necessary.
• Develop, edit, and contribute to supporting documents relating to certification activities including Certification Plans, Compliance Reports, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
• Develop and execute certification plans and maintain the MDL for STC projects.
• Manage project certification compliance and conduct design and program review meetings.
• Mentor team members on certification requirements, processes, and procedures.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a technical aviation discipline or equivalent directly related work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering or certification role.
• Experience working with 14 CFR Parts 21, 23, 25, 27, and 29.
• Existing FAA delegation such as DER/DAR is preferred.
• Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines proactively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and promote a team environment.

A key member of the Product Integrity Certification and Airworthiness team, the Certification Engineer leads Type Certification activities, continued airworthiness programs, and Major Changes Certification for allocated modifications, releasing airworthiness documentation to Aviation Authorities under Design Organization Approval privileges. Collaborating across Chief Engineer teams, program organizations, and international Aviation Authorities, the role ensures all airworthiness deliverables are validated and that unsafe conditions are resolved through negotiated action plans.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Lead Type Certification activities including establishing certification basis, developing compliance demonstration programs, and releasing airworthiness documentation to Aviation Authorities.
• Lead Major Changes Certification activities for allocated modifications and manage certification projects with Aviation Authorities.
• Lead vehicle type acceptance in foreign countries and individual vehicle certification processes, ensuring compliance with import requirements.
• Support operators in demonstrating compliance with operational regulations during vehicle delivery.
• Lead continued airworthiness activities including Airworthiness Risk Assessments, Airworthiness Review Sheets, and coordination of Modification Service Bulletins.
• Negotiate with Aviation Authorities on action plans to remove unsafe conditions and ensure appropriate airworthiness directives development.
• Provide expertise to Chief Engineer teams on Certification and Airworthiness matters.
• Ensure Design Organization Approval and Maintenance Organization Approval requirements are fulfilled and airworthiness deliverables are monitored and validated.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical, Industrial, or similar Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in a relevant role.
• Basic knowledge of all aircraft systems and functions to allow assessing modifications.
• Knowledge of requirements management and configuration management.
• Knowledge of certification principles and airworthiness authority orientation.
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Good English proficiency.

Advancing product compliance across the full development lifecycle, the Certification Engineer leads all regulatory and certification activities including preparation of documentation and technical files, management of outside laboratory testing, and delivery of in-house training on FCC, CE, UL, and ETL certification matters. Based within the product development organization and working across product managers, engineers, and manufacturing teams, the role ensures that all products meet applicable laws and regulations from development stage through to market.

Accountabilities

• Take the lead in company product regulatory and certification activities including preparing, submitting, reviewing, and collecting documentation and technical files.
• Organize and maintain all regulatory and certification documents in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide input on pertinent regulatory and certification requirements during the product development stage.
• Manage technical issues related to regulatory certification with respect to product design and manufacturing.
• Oversee and manage product certification testing by outside laboratories.
• Periodically advise and conduct in-house training on certification and ISO-related matters for product managers, engineers, manufacturing, and business development personnel.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a product regulatory and certification environment.
• Experience with FCC, CE, UL, and ETL certification.
• Ability to install and integrate printed circuit boards and electrical components into fabricated enclosures.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and presentation skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to testing labs, customer sites, and manufacturing facilities in the US or Asia.

As the Certification Engineer, this role leads standards and regulation compliance activities for assigned products across the full new product development lifecycle, preparing technical data packages for NRTLs and managing relationships with notified bodies, testing laboratories, and government agencies. The product compliance function relies on this work to ensure global approval execution, continuous process improvement, and organization-wide training on requirements spanning electrical safety, hazardous location, gas detection, and electromagnetic compatibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and support standards and regulation compliance activities for assigned products.
• Participate as a team member in new product development activities and ensure product designs meet global standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide standards and regulatory input for product specification and scoping, and advise on optimization of test plans.
• Troubleshoot and make recommendations on product design, technical explanations, and standards interpretation throughout the certification process.
• Prepare and submit technical data packages to third parties such as NRTLs, and manage relationships with notified bodies, testing laboratories, and government agencies.
• Collaborate with global peers to ensure smooth certification plan execution for international approvals.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement in processes and tools related to product compliance and certification management.
• Train associates on compliance requirements and participate in standards development activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant discipline, with 3+ years of professional experience, or a Master's degree substituting for up to 2 years of experience.
• Experience obtaining certifications in areas such as electrical safety, hazardous location, combustible and toxic gas detection, flame and smoke detection performance, and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Experience certifying refrigerant leak detectors and familiarity with ASHRAE 15, EN 14624, EN 378, ISO 5149, EN 50270, EN 50271, EN 61000, and EN 61010-1.
• Experience certifying products compliant with functional safety requirements.
• New product development design experience in relevant products.

Certification Engineer coordinates radio equipment certification and re-certification for the EU market, managing cost estimation, test setup preparation, and external test report approval within product development projects at Stoneridge Electronics in Tallinn. The work directly supports the Product Validation team's responsibility for CE and E-marking compliance across new and mass-production products, spanning both internal and external laboratory relationships.

Areas of Ownership

• Coordinate radio equipment certification for new products and re-certification of products in mass production for the EU market, including CE and E-marking.
• Manage certification cost estimation, planning, and execution within product development projects.
• Prepare and verify test setups, coordinate with external test houses, and approve external test reports.
• Work closely with departments in the Design and Development organization and with internal and external laboratories.
• Utilize and develop knowledge in relevant certification standards and regulations.

Background and Experience

• University degree in Electronics or Telecommunications.
• Knowledge of CE and E-marking and relevant directives, regulations, and standards for radio equipment.
• Experience working with measurements instruments and technical specifications.
• Experience in project management and development of digital and radio circuits is an advantage.
• Programming skills in LabVIEW or other programming languages is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to self-manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Independent, self-motivated, and able to build good relations with external contacts and work effectively in teams.

The Certification Engineer owns client-facing project delivery for product safety certification, identifying client needs, establishing test programs, and coordinating all laboratory activities to meet agreed scope, cost, and deadlines. Working closely with both clients and laboratory colleagues, the role produces and communicates project status reports and sign-off records that allow international consumer and commercial clients to progress through their product safety certification journey.

Key Deliverables

• Identify and determine client needs, analyze client input and product construction, and discuss technical issues and explain procedures and requirements.
• Determine project scope and specifications including cost, time, and sample requirements, and agree on project cost, deadlines, and completion dates.
• Establish appropriate test programs by reviewing manufacturers' information, examining samples, and keeping clients updated on any issues that might impact project scope.
• Prepare data sheets and coordinate all laboratory test activities, ensuring completion according to schedules.
• Review outcomes, sign off records, and collate reports to communicate project status and results to clients.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• University degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Industrial Technology with directly related experience.
• Capability to read schematics and knowledge of product conformity standards such as GAR 2016/426.
• Outstanding project management, record keeping, and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• Client-centric and collaborative, with the ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with clients and laboratory colleagues.

Reporting to the Explosion Protection business unit leadership, the Certification Engineer delivers end-to-end assessment, testing, and reporting of electrical and mechanical equipment against IEC, EN, UL, CSA, ISA, NFPA, and ANSI explosive atmosphere standards. Partnering with clients, junior engineers, and technicians, the role strengthens organizational capability through internal training, regulatory audit participation, and external technical trainings on Explosion Protection concepts.

What You'll Do

• Assess electrical and mechanical equipment against IEC, EN, UL, CSA, ISA, NFPA, and ANSI explosive atmosphere standards.
• Prepare detailed design review reports and compile technical test reports for electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Conduct necessary testing on-site and off-site and perform technical peer reviews of design reviews and test reports.
• Provide technical and sales support including client technical discussions, quote reviews, and scope expansions.
• Write technical documentation and procedures, research and set up testing equipment, and support quality-related documents.
• Lead external technical trainings on Explosion Protection concepts and provide internal training to junior engineers and technicians.
• Prepare for and participate in regulatory audits.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with Explosion Protection safety concepts and standards preferred.
• Experience in testing and evaluation following accredited standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop engineering drawings and test data.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lead client project technical meetings virtually or in person.

Embedded within the Office of Airworthiness, the Certification Engineer ensures the Certification Basis is correctly applied across outfitting and modification projects, preparing Certification Plans, Compliance Sheets, and STC applications in coordination with Air Authorities, sub-contractors, and Designated Engineering Representatives. Working closely with the Head of Design Organisation and the Chief of Office of Airworthiness, the role enables compliant, well-documented aircraft registration changes, imports, exports, and operational approvals.

Operational Focus

• Ensure the Certification Basis is appropriate for the product, system, or installation, and that all applicable rules, regulations, and means of compliance are applied correctly.
• Coordinate certification activities internally and with external third parties including Air Authorities, sub-contractors, and Designated Engineering Representatives.
• Prepare certification documentation including Certification Plans, Compliance Sheets, Master Data Lists, Classification of Design Changes, and STC applications.
• Review technical aircraft documentation and coordinate activities for operational aspects such as registration changes and import and export of aircraft.
• Support the Head of Design Organisation and Chief of Office of Airworthiness in administrative and organisational aspects.

Requirements

• Qualification as a Senior Engineer with several years of education and experience in aviation engineering and design.
• Engineering specialist in one of the following disciplines: Electric, Avionic, Systems, or Mechanic.
• Experience with EASA Part 21, CS, JAR, and FAR approval procedures is appreciated.
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Dedicated to quality, reliability, and safety with a proactive, object-oriented approach.
• Good communication skills in English; German or French is an advantage.

The Certification Engineer delivers compliance documentation and test plans for novel electrical systems, working directly with Designated Engineering Representatives and the FAA and other Civil Aviation Authorities to establish and gain approval for means of compliance. The Head of Certification and Airworthiness relies on this work to ensure that all project disciplines meet certification requirements and that the organization remains current with emerging standards for novel electrical systems.

Engineering Responsibilities

• Write test plans and compliance documents related to electrical systems.
• Work closely with Designated Engineering Representatives to establish current and novel means and methods of compliance, including potential support of industry committee activities.
• Collaborate with all project disciplines to ensure full compliance with certification requirements.
• Prepare and participate in presentations to provide status, information, and guidance across disciplines.
• Interface with and manage relationships with the FAA and other Civil Aviation Authorities.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline with relevant professional experience.
• Certification experience in an aerospace company, preferably in electronics or propulsion.
• Experience with certification testing practices including test planning, reporting, and conformity.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills with strong problem-solving ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Hardworking, dependable, self-directed, and detail oriented.

A key member of the certification organization, the Certification Engineer leads cross-functional certification projects for battery management systems, defining and implementing certification plan documentation for multiple products under FAA, EASA, and other global agency requirements. Collaborating across engineering disciplines and with OEMs, ODAs, and regulatory authorities, the role builds and maintains strong agency relationships that support successful STC and TC project execution.

Project Responsibilities

• Evaluate propulsion systems and performance against regulatory requirements.
• Define and implement certification plan documentation for multiple products.
• Lead certification projects with cross-functional teams to execute the certification plan.
• Plan, support, and develop certification testing and documentation.
• Work with OEMs and ODAs supporting STC and TC projects.
• Interface with regulatory authorities including FAA and EASA and maintain strong agency relationships.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aeronautical, or related engineering field, with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in an engineering discipline is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and equipment and high voltage systems.
• Experience with certification of electrical systems and equipment under TSO.
• Basic knowledge of emerging certification basis from EASA, FAA, and standards organizations for electric aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft battery certification is preferred.

Sitting at the intersection of technical certification and commercial delivery, the Certification Engineer executes Ex projects independently and leads time-bound assignments within budgeted efforts across the Middle East region, coordinating with the global accreditation unit to ensure timely certificate delivery to clients. Operating across client accounts, safety governance, and sales targets, the role ensures that ATEX and IECEx certification services meet both contractual and revenue objectives.

Scope of Work

• Execute Ex projects independently and lead time-bound assignments within budgeted efforts.
• Coordinate with the global accreditation unit to ensure timely delivery of certificates to clients.
• Manage estimation and contract management for Ex certification services.
• Achieve sales and revenue targets related to Ex certification for the respective geographical area.
• Enforce safe work practices across all project activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge of ATEX 2014/34/EU and IECEx guidelines.
• Knowledge of the IEC 60079 standard series for products and IEC 80079-34 for quality systems.
• Familiarity with protection concepts including Ex d, Ex e, Ex i, Ex p, and Ex m.
• Qualified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, with IEC 80079-34 qualification preferred.
• Proven experience independently handling Ex projects.
• Good communication skills in English, local language competency is desirable.

As the Certification Engineer, this role executes vehicle-level dynamic homologation tests, instrumenting vehicles with data acquisition and automated-driving robot systems and conducting EPA and ECE coastdown and dynamometer procedures in accordance with official test plans. The Active Safety Test team relies on this work to maintain safe, reliable test vehicle performance, calibrated equipment records, and continuously improved dynamometer test procedures across domestic and international programs.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Execute vehicle level dynamic homologation test activities per established test plans.
• Configure, maintain, diagnose, and sign off test vehicles for safe testing.
• Schedule test tracks and dynamometers and prioritize resources to meet changing deadlines.
• Instrument vehicles with data acquisition and automated-driving robot systems.
• Conduct homologation tests according to official procedures and custom development tests, quality checks, and correlation tests.
• Record, analyze, and document test data and results following Tesla test plans and procedures.
• Coordinate calibration of data acquisition equipment and dynamometers, and maintain records and certificates.
• Work on continuous improvement of vehicle-level and dynamometer test procedures.

Background and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or an Associate Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Automotive Technology with equivalent work experience.
• Experience with dynamometer hardware and software from companies such as MAHA, AVL, Horiba, Stahle, LTG, and Hioky is preferred.
• Specific experience with EPA and ECE coastdown and dynamometer test procedures is preferred.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and instrument vehicles with driving robots, accelerometers, and sensors, and operate data acquisition systems such as National Instruments or SoMAT eDAQ.
• Understanding of measurement equipment maintenance, calibration, and upgrades.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver's license required, with willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines effectively.

The Certification Engineer produces legislative diagnostic compliance reports for the California Air Resources Board, EPA, Europe, and all other regions requiring OBD reporting, interfacing with product engineering and assembly plants to identify and resolve issues prior to launch. Working across numerous internal and external groups, the role enables timely application launches by summarizing all test results and guiding others on FCA OBD legislative diagnostic requirements.

Work Activities

• Work with assembly plants to execute legislative diagnostic testing.
• Prepare reports for the California Air Resources Board, EPA, Europe, and all other regions requiring OBD reporting.
• Work with product engineering to identify and address issues found in testing.
• Instruct and guide others on FCA OBD world legislative diagnostic requirements.
• Support others conducting testing to resolve observed issues with appropriate software personnel.
• Summarize results of all testing for every application prior to launch and during production.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or Computer Engineering from an accredited program, or an Advanced degree in a related field.
• On-board diagnostics and engine control software knowledge.
• Three years of automotive engineering experience in gasoline, hybrid, or diesel controls or on-board diagnostics is preferred.
• Ability to interpret government requirements from multiple countries and adapt to new certification requirements and systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Visio, Project, and Access.
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to coordinate activities across numerous internal and external groups.

Certification Engineer refines certification strategies for the A350 XWB galley programme, authoring test schedules, test plans, and technical documentation that demonstrate design conformance for fluid systems including ventilation, refrigeration, and plumbing. The Lead Systems Engineer depends on this work to ensure that all design changes meet current EASA and FAA airworthiness regulations, that production timelines are protected, and that multidiscipline project teams receive consistent technical support on-site and off-site.

Performance Expectations

• Prepare test schedules, write test plans, define test articles, provision test facilities, and author test reports for fluid systems including ventilation, refrigeration, and plumbing systems.
• Produce technical documentation to demonstrate design conformance to airworthiness regulations and airframe specifications.
• Review existing certification documentation including legacy reports, test data, and methods of compliance.
• Perform technical design verification of detail drawings, sub-assemblies, general assemblies, and installation drawings.
• Review proposed design changes for potential certification implications and define, plan, and execute certification activities at an early stage.
• Support operations including investigation of Design Query Notes, Non-Conformity Reports, Production Permits, and Concessions.
• Support multidiscipline project teams on-site and off-site with technical queries.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of airworthiness requirements for passenger aircraft seating and fluid systems.
• Technical proficiency in the theory and practice of the relevant engineering specialty.
• Ability to convey technical requirements and constraints to all relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to support formal design reviews and provide technical guidance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines.

Reporting to the KORE Wireless product approval leadership, the Certification Engineer utilizes the KORE device database to screen incoming GSM, LTE, and Satellite devices, advising customers on approval deficiencies and maintaining certification listings across PTCRB, FCC, Industry Canada, European RED, and global registries. Partnering with OEM module vendors, certification test labs, and internal administration and customer support teams, the role enables smooth carrier on-boarding and product approval for clients developing cellular and satellite-connected products.

Functions

• Utilize guidelines and the KORE device database to screen incoming GSM, LTE, and Satellite devices.
• Advise customers on device approval deficiencies and guide them through GSM, LTE, and Satellite product approval processes.
• Assist in the integration of modules, antennas, SIM cards, and power management into newly developed products.
• Direct clients to appropriate sources for integration technical assistance including OEM module vendors and certification test labs.
• Maintain and update the KORE device certification database for KORE, Operator, PTCRB, FCC, Industry Canada, European RED, and global listings.
• Guide internal teams regarding customers' device approval status.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with certification bodies including FCC, IC, PTCRB, and CE Mark.
• Basic wireless and RF knowledge including cellular and WLAN technologies.
• Experience with IP networking, RF testing, and Information Systems or Technology.
• Knowledge of databases and information tracking.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong client-facing presentation and consultative abilities.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and good decision-making and time management skills.

Embedded within the aircraft modification certification group, the Certification Engineer develops Certification Plans, Compliance Checklists, and Conformity Plans for FAA and ODA administrator submittal, coordinating the full STC issuance process from company roadmap development through final approval package audit. Working closely with ODA Unit Members, FAA Designated Engineering Representatives, and Designated Airworthiness Representatives, the role ensures that all relevant data is FAA-approved and that conformity inspections are completed in accordance with the conformity plan.

Ownership Areas

• Develop Certification Plans, Compliance Checklists, and Conformity Plans for submittal to the FAA or ODA administrator for aircraft modification projects.
• Develop the company position on exemptions, equivalent levels of safety findings, and responses to FAA issue papers.
• Develop the company roadmap for certification of projects resulting in issuance of Supplemental Type Certificates.
• Coordinate the interface between engineering and ODA Unit Members and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives.
• Ensure all relevant data is FAA-approved for obtaining an STC and audit the completion of approval packages.
• Coordinate with Designated Airworthiness Representatives or ODA inspection staff to ensure conformity inspections are completed per the conformity plan.
• Develop reports to demonstrate project FAA compliance and coordinate the issuance of the STC.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Aviation Management with a minimum of 4 years of experience in aircraft modification work involving STC package development.
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations particularly Parts 21, 23, 25, 26, 91, 121, and 125.
• Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft modification projects including interior completions and auxiliary fuel systems.
• Strong research skills and effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, plan, and multi-task.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and company-specific software applications.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.

Certification Engineer develops efficient type certification processes for domestic and foreign civil aviation authority requirements, reviewing and tracking FAA and foreign certification project documents and supporting the configuration control board and TCDS development processes. The work directly supports Honda Aircraft Company's ability to coordinate company activities for FAA FSB, FOEB, and equivalent foreign requirements while maintaining accurate certification project files and compliance checklists.

Job Functions

• Develop efficient company type certification processes for meeting domestic and foreign civil aviation authority regulatory requirements.
• Review and track certification requirements and documents for FAA and foreign certification projects.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings and communication with internal organizations and regulatory authorities.
• Coordinate company activities to support FAA FSB, FOEB, and equivalent foreign requirements.
• Process conformity requests to support certification testing and develop and maintain certification project compliance checklists.
• Research FAA and foreign airworthiness and operational requirements and maintain certification project files.
• Develop the draft TCDS to support FAA and foreign requirements and support the configuration control board process.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a four-year college or university.
• 3 years of directly related experience in certifications is preferred.
• Previous experience with engineering processes in aircraft manufacturing or modifications is desired.
• Working knowledge of FAA and foreign regulatory processes, procedures, and engineering methods.
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively throughout the organization and with regulatory authorities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.