Certification Engineer

AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG; Basel; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks of holidays

Free on-site English lessons

Subsidised meals and transport

Relocation support

Job summary

AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG in Basel is looking for a Certification Engineer to ensure compliance with aviation regulations and coordinate certification activities. As part of a dynamic team, you will work closely with various stakeholders and prepare comprehensive documentation.

The ideal candidate has a senior engineering qualification in aviation, experience with approval procedures, and strong communication skills. AMAC offers an attractive work environment, including 5 weeks of holiday, on-site English lessons, and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Several years of education and experience in aviation engineering and design.
• Experience with EASA Part 21, CS, JAR, or FAR procedures.
• Pro-active team player with an object-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Certification Basis is appropriate for the product, system, or installation.
• Act as Certification Engineer and coordinate certification activities.
• Prepare certification documentation and perform reviews of technical aircraft documentation.

Skills

Aviation engineering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to quality

Education

Qualification as a senior engineer

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Your Daily Tasks & Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Certification Basis is appropriate for the product, system, or installation and that all applicable rules, regulations, means of compliance, and interpretations are applied correctly.
• Ensure adequate communication and liaison internally and with external third parties.
• Act as Certification Engineer.
• Coordinate certification activities for outfitting and modification projects between the Office of Airworthiness, Compliance Verification Engineers, Engineering Department, and third parties such as air authorities, subcontractors, and DERs.
• Prepare certification documentation and supporting documents such as a Certification Plan, Certification Compliance Sheets, Master Data List, Classification of Design Changes, and STC applications.
• Perform reviews of technical aircraft documentation and coordinate activities for aircraft operational aspects such as registration changes, import and export, and compliance with JAR OPS 1 (EU OPS).
• Support the Head of Design Organisation, Chief of Office of Airworthiness, and the Office of Airworthiness in administrative and organisational aspects.

The expertise you have & skills you bring

• Qualification as a senior engineer, i.e., several years of education and experience in aviation engineering and design.
• Engineering specialist in one of the disciplines: electric, avionic, systems, or mechanical.
• Experience with approval procedures such as EASA Part 21, CS, JAR, or FAR is appreciated.
• Computer literate with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills in English; German or French are an advantage.
• Pro‑active team player with an object‑oriented approach.
• Dedicated to quality, reliability, and safety.

What we offer (among other things)

• Working in an owner‑managed, young dynamic company with hands‑on mentality.
• Multifaceted, challenging and responsible position within an exclusive environment.
• Attractive employment conditions and social benefits, including 5 weeks of holidays (6 weeks after 50 years).
• Free on‑site English lessons and opportunities for individual training and development.
• Subsidised meals in the canteen, parking spaces (or free shuttle bus transport), and other employee discounts (fleets, bars & restaurants).
• Relocation support with work permit assistance.
• Corporate events such as an annual Christmas party and the summer BBQ.

Additional information

• General working place: hangar facilities at EuroAirport Basel‑Mulhouse‑Freiburg.