Aerospace Engineer III – Airworthiness & Certification Lead

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Vandalia (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

Three weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corp (SNC) is seeking an Aerospace Engineer III to lead complex engineering projects and mentor junior engineers in airworthiness and certification for MCDA programs. You will collaborate with program management, FAA, and military customers to ensure compliant design and timely milestones.

The role requires strong knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516, regulatory standards, and the ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. Hybrid work environment in the Ohio area is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering or related field with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in military aircraft certification projects per MIL-HDBK-516.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation for compliance with military/regulatory standards.
• Experience in Aerospace/Defense industry.
• Strong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams; ability to interface with military/regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead certification planning activities to support airworthiness approval for MCDA projects.
• Participate in design and management reviews (PDR, CDR) with documentation for airworthiness authorities.
• Collaborate with program management, engineering, SMEs, FAA, and military customers to ensure clear communication of certification requirements.
• Provide guidance on airworthiness and certification to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review compliance documentation for accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Develop and maintain compliance documentation, certification reports, and substantiation artifacts.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Military aircraft certification

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring engineers

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MIL-HDBK-516

FAA certification standards

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corp (SNC) is seeking an Aerospace Engineer III to lead complex engineering projects and mentor junior engineers in airworthiness and certification for MCDA programs. You will collaborate with program management, FAA, and military customers to ensure compliant design and timely milestones.

The role requires strong knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516, regulatory standards, and the ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. Hybrid work environment in the Ohio area is supported.