Aerospace Qualification Engineer | FAA/OEM Liaison

RAVE Aerospace; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RAVE Aerospace in California is seeking a Qualification Engineer to lead formal qualification testing for standard and custom hardware and software systems. You will develop test procedures, assess required equipment, and help build test fixtures while ensuring readiness for regulatory processes.

You will collaborate with Design and Software teams, draft QTPs/QTRs, and coordinate with FAA, EASA, and OEMs. The role calls for 6+ years in a similar environment and AS9100 proficiency, with hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in AS9100 quality environment.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 25 and EASA CS Part 25 requirements for airborne IFE.
• Proficiency with RTCA standards and airframe qualification needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on with temperature/pressure chambers, vibration/acceleration testing and EMI testing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Software teams to identify support equipment for qualification testing.
• Draft QTPs and QTRs and other qualification documents for LRUs.
• Coordinate with third-party labs, facilities, and regulators.
• Manage the formal qualification test program schedule and resources.
• Interface with OEMs and regulatory authorities during qualification.
• Mentor junior team members and provide training.

Skills

Test planning

Regulatory liaison

Root cause analysis

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Temp/Pressure chambers

Vibration test equipment

EMI test setup

Accelerometers & thermocouples

Job description

RAVE Aerospace in California is seeking a Qualification Engineer to lead formal qualification testing for standard and custom hardware and software systems. You will develop test procedures, assess required equipment, and help build test fixtures while ensuring readiness for regulatory processes.

You will collaborate with Design and Software teams, draft QTPs/QTRs, and coordinate with FAA, EASA, and OEMs. The role calls for 6+ years in a similar environment and AS9100 proficiency, with hands-on