Airworthiness Engineer Specialist 3

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace seeks an Airworthiness Engineering Specialist III in Savannah, GA, to lead complex certification tasks within the Compliance Assurance Organization. You will review and generate certification documentation from project start to closure, and present requirements to multidisciplinary teams and leadership.

The role demands deep knowledge of FAA/EASA processes, expert problem-solving, and active participation in industry activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace/related engineering required.
• 13 years of certification experience or 18 years of broad engineering experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Knowledge of FAA Orders 8110.4 and 8110.15; Gulfstream ODA procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and process certification documentation from project start to closure.
• Review and approve certification plans and reports (e.g., noise data sheets, correspondence).
• Present certification requirements to cross-functional design teams and leadership.
• Research NPRMs or guidance changes to apply to future design development.
• Participate in industry conferences, committees, and validation activities.

Skills

Certification planning

FAA/Regulatory knowledge

EASA knowledge

Documentation review

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Gulfstream ODA Procedures

FAA Orders 8110.4

FAA Orders 8100.15

Job description

Airworthiness Engineering Specialist III – Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation – 500 Gulfstream Road, Savannah, GA 31407

DUTIES: Be responsible for the successful planning and completion of a variety of engineering and supportive tasks associated with the Compliance Assurance Organization, Organization Designation Authority, FAA, EASA, and other foreign civil aviation authorities. Lead, generate, process, and support the review of engineering documentation required for certification programs from project start to closure. Review and approve group deliverables (i.e., certification plans, summary compliance reports, correspondence, noise data sheets). Make authoritative decisions and recommendations for problem solution through application of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts in areas where engineering precedents are lacking. Serve as a recognized leader and an authority in multiple areas of certification. Present certification requirement recommendations to multi-disciplinary design teams and upper management. Research and determine impact of NPRMs or potential changes to guidance material (industry or regulatory) to apply to future design development. Recommend strategy for group processes, tools, deliverables, and responsibilities. Develop and present briefings on certification strategy and status to organization leadership and regulatory authorities as assigned. Develop work methods and standard operating procedures for certification methods, processes, and tools. Recommend improvements to existing processes. Author issue papers and assist in preparation of applicant response. Participate in industry conferences, working groups, and/or committees related to aviation certification as assigned. Utilize delegated authorities under the company ODA (i.e., Engineering Authorized Representative, Alternate Administrator) as applicable. Participate in FCAA validation activities and reviews of deliverables as a Subject Matter Expert. Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field required. Thirteen years of certification experience in job offered or related engineering position required, including any experience with: FAA Orders 8110.4 and 8110.15; developing certification strategies for novel products; verifying aircraft design compliance; managing airworthiness of in-service fleets and test vehicles; and designing aerospace systems and components. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field and thirteen years of experience, Employer will accept a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field and eleven years of the above-listed experience or a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field and nine years of the above-listed experience. Must have legal authority to work in the U.S. EEOE.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a discipline relevant to the position required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 13 years specific certification experience or 18 years broad engineering experience. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters, 4 yrs for PhD in fields applicable to this job.

Position Purpose

Responsible for successful planning and completion of a variety of engineering and supportive tasks associated with the Compliance Assurance Organization, Organization Designation Authority, FAA, EASA and other foreign civil aviation authorities. Responsibilities include leading, generating, processing, and supporting the review of engineering documentation required. for certification programs from project start to closure.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Reviews and approves group deliverables (certification plans, summary compliance reports, correspondence, noise data sheets, etc.) .
2. Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations for problem solution through application of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts in areas where engineering precedents are lacking.
3. Is a recognized leader and an authority in multiple areas of certification; presents certification requirement recommendations to multi-disciplinary design teams and upper management .
4. Researches and determines impact of NPRMs or potential changes to guidance material (industry or regulatory) to apply to future design development .
5. Recommends strategy for group processes, tools, deliverables and responsibilities.
6. Develop and present briefings on certification strategy, status to organization leadership and regulatory authorities, as assigned.
7. Develops work methods and standard operating procedures for certification methods, processes, and tools. Recommend improvements to existing processes.
8. Authors issue papers and assists in preparation of applicant response.
9. Participates in industry conferences, working groups, and/or committees related to aviation certification as assigned.
10. Utilizes delegated authorities under the GAC ODA (Engineering Authorized Representative, Alternate Administrator, etc.) as applicable.
11. Participates in FCAA validation activities and reviews of deliverables as a SME.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

1. Broad expertise or unique specialized knowledge in certification.
2. In-depth knowledge of FAA Orders 8110.4, 8100.15, and Gulfstream ODA Procedures Manual.
3. Understands GAC safety system.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237867

Category: Engineering

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/16/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft