Airworthiness Administrator

Calvert Systems Engineering, Incorporated; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Calvert Systems in Greenville, TX is seeking an Airworthiness Administrator to perform delegated ODA Unit Member duties for power plant and mechanical systems under FAA regulations and ODA procedures. The role requires active Top Secret/SCI clearance and thorough experience in aviation certification.

You will review engineering data, coordinate with engineering and program teams, and ensure designs meet certification bases and airworthiness standards while guiding power plant and propulsion

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering preferred, bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering in aviation required.
• FAA Airworthiness Certification experience desired.
• Familiarity with Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft Certification desired.
• Demonstrable prior good standing with FAA regulatory work.
• Extensive management and technical background in aviation certification.
• Strong understanding of 14 CFR Part 183 (Subpart D) regulations governing delegations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to special projects as required by the customer.
• Perform delegated ODA Unit Member responsibilities for power plant systems and mechanical systems in accordance with FAA regulations, ODA procedures, and authorized functions.
• Review and evaluate engineering data, technical analyses, test documentation, and substantiation reports related to power plant systems, mechanical systems, and related installations for regulatory compliance and airworthiness.
• Ensure power plant designs, mechanical systems designs, modifications, repairs, and alterations comply with the applicable certification basis, airworthiness standards, and approved means of compliance.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance for power plant systems and mechanical systems, which may include engine installation, propulsion integration, fuel systems, APU integration, nacelles, exhaust, fire protection, oxygen systems, hydraulic systems, and associated interfaces.
• Coordinate with engineering, systems safety, flight test, manufacturing, quality, and program teams to support certification efforts and project milestones.
• Identify compliance concerns, assess technical risks, and recommend corrective actions or resolution paths for certification-related issues.
• Support the preparation and execution of certification plans and compliance checklists, associated with power plant systems and mechanical systems.

Skills

Aviation regulatory knowledge

Program management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in engineering (preferred)

Job description

Airworthiness Administrator

Location: Greenville, TX

Minimum Clearance Required: Top Secret/ SCI

This role requires an active, fully-adjudicated US Government Security Clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level. US Citizenship is required to hold a US Government security clearance. Candidates without the appropriate clearance are not eligible to be considered.

Travel: up to 10%

The work includes performing the duties of an Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Unit Member (UM) in the power plant and mechanical systems disciplines and providing support as an aircraft system design and certification Subject Matter Expert (SME). An ODA UM performs delegated compliance and airworthiness activities within the scope of the ODA authorizations. This role provides technical review, evaluation, and approval of engineering data and certification documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, approved certification plans, and company ODA procedures. The position also serves as a SME for certification and technical matters and works closely with engineering, program leadership, airworthiness, and regulatory representatives to support product certification and continued airworthiness.

Who You Are and What You Need:

• Master's degree in engineering preferred, bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering in aviation required.
• Previous FAA Airworthiness Certification experience desired
• Familiarity with Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft Certification desired.
• Demonstrable prior good standing with FAA regulatory work.
• Extensive management and technical background in aviation certification.
• Strong understanding of 14 CFR Part 183 (Subpart D) regulations governing delegations.

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct support to special projects as required by the customer.
• Perform delegated ODA Unit Member responsibilities for power plant systems and mechanical systems in accordance with FAA regulations, ODA procedures, and authorized functions.
• Review and evaluate engineering data, technical analyses, test documentation, and substantiation reports related to power plant systems, mechanical systems, and related installations for regulatory compliance and airworthiness.
• Ensure power plant designs, mechanical systems designs, modifications, repairs, and alterations comply with the applicable certification basis, airworthiness standards, and approved means of compliance.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance for power plant systems and mechanical systems, which may include engine installation, propulsion integration, fuel systems, APU integration, nacelles, exhaust, fire protection, oxygen systems, hydraulic systems, and associated interfaces.
• Coordinate with engineering, systems safety, flight test, manufacturing, quality, and program teams to support certification efforts and project milestones.
• Identify compliance concerns, assess technical risks, and recommend corrective actions or resolution paths for certification-related issues.
• Support the preparation and execution of certification plans and compliance checklists, associated with power plant systems and mechanical systems.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision for the employee and family
• 401k Plan with a company contribution; fully vested immediately
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Who We Are:

Calvert Systems is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Bellevue, Nebraska, with operations in twelve states including the District of Columbia. With over 20 years of trusted support to the Department of Defense, Calvert combines the strength of deep mission expertise, a workforce composed largely of veterans, with the values of a family business culture. Our team is committed to exceeding customer expectations by leveraging a rich blend of operational experience, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to service.

Calvert Systems Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.