Airworthiness Manager: DoD Aerospace Certification Strategy

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Professional development

Employee ownership

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S) is seeking an experienced Airworthiness Manager to lead airworthiness certification efforts for avionics and aerospace systems.

The role requires deep MIL-HDBK-516C knowledge and collaboration across engineering, program management, and regulatory bodies. The successful candidate will develop certification strategies, manage compliance evidence, and mentor cross-functional teams to align design decisions with airworthiness criteria.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 15–20 years in airworthiness, certification, or safety engineering for military/defense aerospace programs.
• Hands-on experience with MIL-HDBK-516C and related criteria.
• Strong understanding of lifecycle, configuration management, and risk management.
• Experience with DoD acquisition programs or military certification offices.
• Excellent communication with customers, regulators, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the program's airworthiness authority and SME.
• Interpret and validate MIL-HDBK-516C compliance across design, test, and sustainment.
• Develop airworthiness plans, matrices, and certification strategies.
• Coordinate with military airworthiness authorities for approvals and flight releases.
• Lead airworthiness risk identification and mitigation planning.

Skills

Airworthiness management

Regulatory liaison

DoD program experience

System safety

Documentation discipline

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/System Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S) is seeking an experienced Airworthiness Manager to lead airworthiness certification efforts for avionics and aerospace systems.

The role requires deep MIL-HDBK-516C knowledge and collaboration across engineering, program management, and regulatory bodies. The successful candidate will develop certification strategies, manage compliance evidence, and mentor cross-functional teams to align design decisions with airworthiness criteria.