Aviation Engineering Leader, Certification & Systems

West Star Aviation Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Manager of Engineering to lead certification efforts and supervise engineers across avionics, mechanical, and structural domains. You will guide project execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with production and customers to drive program success.

The role requires CAD expertise, strong writing skills, and experience with FAA processes, while coordinating with Team Leaders and technicians in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires understanding of regulations and engineering standards.
• Experience writing engineering reports and technical papers.
• Experience in customer support and fielded aviation projects.
• Advanced CAD knowledge and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and supervise engineers and production teams.
• Provide modification drawings to Avionics Installation and Interior Departments.
• Assist with FAA certification aspects of engineering functions.
• Maintain customer schedules and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Review and approve engineering drawings and changes.

Skills

Engineering management

Regulatory compliance

Systems engineering

Customer interaction

Project management

CAD knowledge

Technical writing

Troubleshooting

FAA certification processes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4-year degree in Aviation or related field

Tools

CAD

Celoxis

Corridor

PDM

Microsoft 365

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Manager of Engineering to lead certification efforts and supervise engineers across avionics, mechanical, and structural domains. You will guide project execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with production and customers to drive program success.

The role requires CAD expertise, strong writing skills, and experience with FAA processes, while coordinating with Team Leaders and technicians in a fast-paced environment.