Aviation Test Cell Quality Engineer – FAA Compliance

Hired; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC is seeking an Aviation Test Cell Quality Engineer to oversee jet engine testing quality and ensure compliance with FAA Part 43/145 and Part 21 during final buyoffs.

You will validate test plans, coordinate troubleshooting for engine test cell anomalies, review instrumentation and data acquisition systems, and author FAA airworthiness documentation to support safe, on-time releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent aviation experience).
• 5+ years in aviation production/repair, including 2+ years in engine testing.
• In-depth knowledge of 14 CFR Part 43, 145, and Part 21.
• Experience with LabVIEW, test data acquisition, sensors, and ERP/MES software.

Responsibilities

• Validate engine and component test plans against FAA data and Service Bulletins.
• Coordinate troubleshooting, failure analysis, and rework dispositions for engine test cell anomalies.
• Review and calibrate instrumentation, pressure/temperature sensors, and flow measurement devices.
• Inspect and release jet engines, authoring required FAA airworthiness documentation.

Skills

Aviation QA

Root cause analysis

Engine testing

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

ERP/MES software

Test data acquisition systems

Job description

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC is seeking an Aviation Test Cell Quality Engineer to oversee jet engine testing quality and ensure compliance with FAA Part 43/145 and Part 21 during final buyoffs.

You will validate test plans, coordinate troubleshooting for engine test cell anomalies, review instrumentation and data acquisition systems, and author FAA airworthiness documentation to support safe, on-time releases.