Certification Engineer II

Recaro Aircraft Seating Americas, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Recaro Aircraft Seating Americas, Inc. seeks a Certification Engineer II to coordinate certification programs with internal teams, installers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies such as FAA and EASA.

The role emphasizes developing certification basis and plans, and maintaining rigorous records. You will manage vendor testing, track deliverables, assess risks, and ensure on-time certification across domestic and international projects while following internal processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical engineering with relevant experience.
• Experience with FAA/EASA TSOs and aircraft interior certification.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR and CS Part 21, Part 25.
• Ability to manage certification plans across multiple suppliers and projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with FAA/EASA designees to develop certification plans.
• Liaise with airlines, FAA/EASA, and suppliers to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain accurate certification records and schedules.
• Develop tools to track deliverables, testing, and compliance findings.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for approvals.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA V4/V5

MS Office

SAP parts list management

Job description

About this position

Description:

Position Summary: The Certification Engineer II is responsible for working with the internal program team, installers, suppliers, FAA, EASA and designees to research and to plan and execute large and small scale certification programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Work as part of the certification team with FAA/EASA designees in developing certification basis and certification plans
• Liaison with airlines, FAA/EASA and suppliers to ensure timely project completion
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date certification records
• Manage Vendor testing and adherence to schedule to support final certification
• Develop tools, as necessary, to track deliverables, testing, compliance findings, to assure on-time completion of the project
• Reduce risks on programs by providing Risk Management reviews and surfacing issues real-time and providing risk assessment impact
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA/EASA/Other) for coordination and approvals
• Develop and execute certification programs with minimal supervision
• Follow internal company processes.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

A minimum of a Bachelors’ degree is required preferably in Aerospace / Mechanical / other engineering with at least 4 years’ relevant engineering experience or Master’s degree preferably in Aerospace / Mechanical / other engineering with at least 2 years’ experience in aircraft interior products.

Technical Skills and Experience Requirements

• Aircraft Interior certification experience in TSO product testing is required.
• Knowledge on FAA and EASA requirements related to TSO/ETSO and aircraft interior certification.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR and CS Part 21, Part 25.
• Preparation of Test plans related to certification in support of FAA and EASA requirements and compliance with airframe manufacturer requirements.
• Strong Project Management skills related to certification with the ability to establish track and maintain schedules from multiple suppliers or on multiple projects.
• Risk Management skills; ability to review current issues/program status and identify and manage project risks. Apply expertise in certification and testing in problem solving.
• Exceptional organizational skills, self-motivation, a sense of urgency and sensitivity to deadlines, and detail-oriented style are required.
• Ability to work within or lead teams when required, superior verbal and written communication skills is required.
• Have the ability to work with both domestic and international regulatory compliance offices and form good working relationships.
• Keep up-to-date with Industry guidance and develop new means of compliance, when applicable.

Computer Skills:

• Experience in CATIA V4 or V5 or a similar program is desired.
• Experience in MS OFFICE products is a must.
• Experience in using of matrix parts lists with high variant diversity in SAP is desired.

Travel Requirements:

Employees are expected to travel up to 20% of the time domestically.