Oda Certification Engineer

• Defines, develops and manages certification requirements in support of Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) obtained and held by Dassault Falcon Jet Organization Designation Authority (ODA).
• Coordinates FAA / DER approvals for non STC alteration activity.
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for certification requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Prepare and maintain project plans for STC Certification deliverables.
• In support of STC and certification projects, prepare and coordinate ODA / FAA approval of:
• Project Specific Certification Plans
• Regulatory Compliance Checklists
• Conformity Inspection Plans
• Flammability Test Plans
• Electromagnetic Interference Test Plans
• Flight Test Plans
• Instructions for Continues Airworthiness
• Aircraft Flight Manual Supplements
• Installation Instructions
• Electrical Load Analysis
• Weight and Balance Documents
• System Safety Analysis and / or Functional Hazard Analysis Reports
• Equipment Qualification Reports
• Issue Papers and Equivalent Level of Safety Reports
• Prepare and coordinate PMA Assist Letters.
• Prepare and submit requests for foreign validation of Dassault STC’s.
• Issue and Track Letters of Authorization (LOA) for Dassault STC’s.
• Coordinate preparation and distribution of STC data packages to LOA holders.
• Coordinate preparation and distribution of updated materials to LOA holders.
• Conduct Internal Audits, prepare audit reports and manage corrective action activities.
• Maintain library of FAA Guidance Material.
• Develop and deliver certification related training for internal and external stakeholders.

NON-PRINCIPAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Assist ODA Administrator with the administrative requirements of the ODA to include but not limited to:
• Reporting requirements
• Monitoring Unit Member activity and training compliance
• Management of ODA records and recordkeeping
• Perform other related activities as directed by supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in certification of aircraft and / or modifications.
• Thorough understanding of FAA FAR Part 25 certification requirements.
• Familiar with the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification requirements.
• Familiar with STC requirements and activities.
• Proficient in composing technical documentation and reports.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• FAA-DER Certification in Electrical and / or Mechanical Systems.
• Prior experience with Designated Alteration Station (DAS) or Organization Designation Authority (ODA).
• Ability to develop and deliver training materials in support of certification activities.
• Prior auditing experience and / or certification.
• Familiarity with Dassault or similar class of Part 25 business aircraft.
• Familiarity with Part 25 Avionics and Electronics Systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in office and hangar environment.
• Must have good eye / hand coordination and must be able to work at computer terminal / screen for long periods of time.
• Must not be sensitive to noise (rivets being bucked, aircraft engines, etc.) and must be able to climb into various areas of the aircraft being completed.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Occasional travel to MRO and vendor locations.