Certification Engineer - Initial Airworthiness

Morson Edge; Bath; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Certification Engineer - Initial Airworthiness for a contract role in Yeovil. The position is full-time hours, on-site three days per week, with a focus on early airworthiness certification processes.

You will plan and execute certification activities, liaise with authorities, review documentation, and support compliance across EASA/UK CAP requirements. Strong communication and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Proven aerospace certification experience, specifically initial airworthiness.
• Comprehensive understanding of airworthiness regulations (EASA CS, UK CAA CAP or equivalent).
• Experience in certification planning, compliance assessment and documentation preparation.
• Strong technical analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for regulatory correspondence and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines within a project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement certification plans and strategies for initial airworthiness.
• Analyze airworthiness standards and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Review designs, test plans and reports for certification conformity.
• Coordinate with design, test, quality and production teams to resolve issues.
• Prepare and present technical reports and certification documentation for regulators.
• Participate in audits, inspections and certification reviews by regulators.
• Monitor certification progress, identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Stay updated on changes in airworthiness regulations and industry best practises.
• Support continuous improvement of certification processes.

Skills

Initial airworthiness

Aerospace certification

Airworthiness regulations

Certification planning

Technical analysis

Regulatory communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree (aerospace/mechanical/electrical)

Airworthiness/certification training (advantage)

Job description

Certification Engineer - Initial Airworthiness

Location: Yeovil

Job Type: Contract, full-time hours, 3 days per week on site

Primary Industry: Aerospace and Aviation

Secondary Industry: Engineering

Salary: £50 - £55 per hour

Important: Please ensure your application clearly evidences experience in Initial Airworthiness

Job Description

The role of Certification Engineer - Initial Airworthiness is to ensure that aerospace products comply with applicable airworthiness standards and regulatory requirements throughout the development and certification phases. The post holder is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing certification activities related to initial airworthiness, supporting the successful introduction of aircraft or components into service. This includes liaising with certification authorities, reviewing technical documentation, and managing compliance evidence.

Job Duties

• Develop and implement certification plans and strategies for initial airworthiness in accordance with relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Analyse and interpret airworthiness standards and regulations to ensure full compliance.
• Review engineering designs, test plans, and reports to verify conformity with certification requirements.
• Coordinate with design, test, quality, and production teams to resolve certification issues and facilitate approvals.
• Prepare and present technical reports and certification documentation for submission to regulatory authorities.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and certification reviews conducted by regulatory bodies.
• Monitor and track certification progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation measures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in airworthiness regulations, standards, and industry best practises.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to certification processes and compliance management.

Required Qualifications

• Recognised degree or higher qualification in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in aerospace certification, specifically initial airworthiness.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant airworthiness regulations, such as EASA CS, UK CAA CAP standards, or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in certification planning, compliance assessment, and documentation preparation.
• Strong technical analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, suitable for regulatory correspondence and technical reporting.
• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines within a project environment.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Further professional training or certification in airworthiness or certification engineering is advantageous.

Experience

• At least five years' experience in aerospace certification engineering, with a focus on initial airworthiness.
• Hands-on experience working with regulatory authorities and navigating the certification process for aircraft or aerospace components.
• Proven track record of delivering certification projects on time and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of airworthiness certification processes and regulatory requirements within the aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with design assurance levels, safety assessments, and compliance demonstration methods.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical standards and regulatory guidance.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with internal teams and external regulatory bodies.
• Competent use of standard office software and specialised engineering tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership of a recognised professional engineering institution.
• Experience with military or civil aircraft certification processes.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and practises.
• Previous involvement in product certification programmes from concept phase through to entry into service.

Working Conditions

• Full-time contract role, typically based within an aerospace engineering environment.
• Work predominantly office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing or test facilities as required.
• Standard working hours apply, with possible flexibility to meet project deadlines.
• Occasional travel may be necessary to liaise with regulatory authorities or attend project meetings.

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