Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety

Civil Aviation Safety Authority; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Aviation Safety Authority in Sydney is seeking a Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety. You will lead airworthiness management for in-service aircraft, develop and interpret regulatory standards, and advise on propulsion and mechanical systems across CASA, ATSB, and industry partners.

The role requires extensive experience, project leadership, and the ability to work independently on complex tasks while travelling as needed and upholding CASA Values.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of recent experience in airworthiness and regulations.
• Knowledge of Australian aviation safety legislation andCASRs/CARs.
• Experience in certification of propulsion and mechanical systems or major design changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality technical advice and support to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Review and interpret airworthiness standards and guidance material.
• Develop procedures for determining compliance with airworthiness requirements.
• Draft Airworthiness Directives and Bulletins as needed.
• Advise CASA, ATSB, and industry on airworthiness matters.
• Represent CASA at forums and foster collaborations with relevant organisations.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Promote safety, diversity, and CASA Values in the workplace.

Skills

Airworthiness management

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (EA) eligibility

Job description

Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety

Civil Aviation Safety Authority – Sydney NSW

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety role reports to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety and is responsible for the provision of aircraft propulsion and mechanical systems advice, review of related technical standards and associated guidance material and regulatory processes, including support to other CASA business areas.

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety works under broad guidance. While part of the Continued Operational Safety team, there is an expectation to work independently across multiple tasks and complex projects.

This position provides technical advice and input to support the National Operations and Standards and Regulatory Oversight Divisions. The Propulsion and Mechanical Systems Engineer role contributes to regulatory oversight, projects, workgroups and training courses.

As the Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety you will:

• Undertake assigned tasks and make appropriate recommendations to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Provide high quality technical and other appropriate advice and support to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Assist other Branches, as necessary, with the development of procedures which CASA's staff will use when determining compliance with aircraft certification and continuing airworthiness requirements.
• Provide input during the development of technical standards,
• Provide guidance within CASA and to industry, as to the applicability of technical airworthiness standards.
• Review applicable defect reports, manufacturer’s data, applicable Airworthiness Directives, reports and recommendations from the ATSB recommending corrective action by drafting Airworthiness Directives, Airworthiness Bulletins and other advisory information.
• Assist in the provision, interpretation, advice and guidance on airworthiness and engineering functions to CASA, ATSB, Airservices Australia, government agencies, the aviation industry and the public.
• Represent CASA at forums and foster collaborative ties with relevant organisations to ensure CASA maintains best practice in the area.
• Some domestic and international travel will be required.
• Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace and act in accordance with CASA's Values and Behaviours.

The Role

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety role reports to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety and is responsible for the provision of aircraft propulsion and mechanical systems advice, review of related technical standards and associated guidance material and regulatory processes, including support to other CASA business areas.

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety works under broad guidance. While part of the Continued Operational Safety team, there is an expectation to work independently across multiple tasks and complex projects.

This position provides technical advice and input to support the National Operations and Standards and Regulatory Oversight Divisions. The Propulsion and Mechanical Systems Engineer role contributes to regulatory oversight, projects, workgroups and training courses.

As the Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety you will:

• Undertake assigned tasks and make appropriate recommendations to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Provide high quality technical and other appropriate advice and support to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Assist other Branches, as necessary, with the development of procedures which CASA's staff will use when determining compliance with aircraft certification and continuing airworthiness requirements.
• Provide input during the development of technical standards,
• Provide guidance within CASA and to industry, as to the applicability of technical airworthiness standards.
• Review applicable defect reports, manufacturer’s data, applicable Airworthiness Directives, reports and recommendations from the ATSB recommending corrective action by drafting Airworthiness Directives, Airworthiness Bulletins and other advisory information.
• Assist in the provision, interpretation, advice and guidance on airworthiness and engineering functions to CASA, ATSB, Airservices Australia, government agencies, the aviation industry and the public.
• Represent CASA at forums and foster collaborative ties with relevant organisations to ensure CASA maintains best practice in the area.
• Some domestic and international travel will be required.
• Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace and act in accordance with CASA's Values and Behaviours.

The key duties of the position include:

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience in managing airworthiness of in-service aircraft, including the resolution of continued operational safety issues and the development of airworthiness regulations, advisory material, bulletins, and internal engineering management procedures.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the continued operational safety of aircraft and associated systems.Relevant experience includes development of airworthiness concern assessments that involve risk analysis and trend and/or reliability monitoring, airworthiness directives, defect reporting, and alternate means of compliance.
• Project management experience with a demonstrated ability to manage, research and resolve highly complex, multi-disciplinary airworthiness concern issues concurrently.
• Experience in resolving airworthiness issues and making recommendations for approvals related to the continued operational safety of aircraft.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Australian aviation safety legislation, or a similar regulatory regime, relating to the continued operational safety of aircraft.
• Specialised engineering knowledge and experience in one or more relevant technical fields, including: aircraft engines (gas turbine and / or piston), hydraulics, pneumatics, propellers, fuel systems or emerging technology experience such as the new generation electric powered systems (air conditioning, brakes, fly by wire flight controls).
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplined and professionally diverse team.
• Experience in the certification of aircraft Propulsion and Mechanical systems or major changes in type design.
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and managing complex relationships effectively to achieve outcomes

Mandatory qualifications, licenses and experience

• University level engineering qualification that is applicable to the identified area of specialisation and be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia in the Professional Engineer occupational category
• 8+ years of recent experience in relevant job specialisation as listed above.
• In-depth understanding of Australia's Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act) and relevant CASRs and CARs, guidance materials and other legislation, or similar aviation regulatory regime.

Desirable qualifications, licenses and experience

• Coaching and mentoring of others, preferably in a regulatory environment.
• Hold or be eligible to hold an Australian Security Identification Card (ASIC).
• Auditing experience.
• An Australian Class C drivers’ licence.

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act) and the CASA Enterprise Agreement. The following eligibility requirements apply to this position:

• At a minimum, prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and must be willing to provide the required information to successfully undergo a police record check.
• The position’s occupant must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance as required.
• As an employee in a safety sensitive position, perform, or be available to perform, safety sensitive aviation activities, as defined in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.
• Undertake and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as part of CASA's Alcohol and Other Drugs Directive and Procedure.

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general and an affirmative measure recruitment process.

Affirmative measures is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people or people living with a disability, evidence will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process

Getting to know the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia

"Safe skies for all—it begins with you."CASA is established by and operates under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Airspace Act 2007. CASA's primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas. We license pilots, register aircraft, oversee aviation safety and promote safety awareness. We are also responsible for making sure that Australian airspace is administered and used safely.CASA is a Corporate Commonwealth entity and is subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 which deals with a range of matters, including reporting and the use of and management of public resources. We employ over 800 people working across Australia.We are an engaged team and proud to work for CASA. We strongly believe in the vision, mission and goals of our agency. We are highly connected to CASA's Values and Regulatory Philosophy that underpin all we do. We understand how our roles directly contribute to aviation safety. We are a relationship-based organisation and value the unput and ideas of others.