Completions Certification Tech Spec II

Gulfstream Aerospace; Appleton (WI); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gulfstream Aerospace in Appleton, WI seeks a Completions Certification Tech Spec II to guide major engineering programs through FAA and international certification processes. The role requires robust knowledge of design compliance, plan development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You will mentor junior engineers, review substantiation data, and coordinate with delegated organizations while maintaining high standards for airworthiness documentation.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• 10 years of experience in a specific technical discipline or 15 years across multiple disciplines.
• Experience with FAA 14 CFR part 25 and certification procedures preferred.
• Experience with EASA CS 25 regulatory requirements preferred.
• Strong written communication for ICA and certification reports.

Responsabilidades

• Select methods and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues.
• Review certification plans and provide guidance on appropriate methods of compliance.
• Lead major design change projects, STC, repairs, and alterations.
• Mentor junior staff on regulatory compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure conformity.

Conocimientos

FAA DER/ODA knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Certification methods

Engineering design reviews

Project mentorship

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication (technical writing)

Team leadership

Conformity process understanding

Regulatory liaison with authorities

Auditing design data

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

10+ years in technical discipline

Experience with major design changes

Descripción del empleo

Completions Certification Tech Spec II in GAC Appleton

Unique Skills

• Experience in mechanical and/or structural engineering design is preferred.
• Current or previous delegation as FAA DER or ODA unit member EAR is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of 14 CFR part 25 regulatory compliance requirements under 14 CFR part 21 certification procedures.
• Experience with EASA processes and CS 25 regulatory requirements is preferred. (experience with other foreign authorities is also acceptable).
• Proficient at determination and application of certification methods of compliance to the airworthiness standards.
• Experience working and managing engineering type design change projects, new/amended STC projects, major repairs and alterations is required.
• Experience developing and reviewing certification plans with minimal oversight and providing guidance for appropriate methods of compliance.
• Experience in understanding FAA requirements conveyed via Issue Papers for Special Conditions, Equivalent Levels of Safety findings, and Unsafe Features or Characteristics, and ability to aid in developing applicant positions in their response.
• Ability to review and understand engineering design data and associated substantiation data to ensure compliance is appropriately shown.
• Collaborative teamwork skills and ability to develop professional relationships with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Ability to provide mentorship to more junior coworkers on determination of compliance requirements for moderately complex major design change projects for all the skill discussed above.
• Understanding of Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) principles.
• Previous experience working with a delegated organization (ODA, DAS, DOA) is preferred but not required.
• Understanding of conformity process is desired.
• Strong communication and written composition skills essential for authoring technical documents (ICA, Ground/Flight Test Plans, Certification Plans, Summary Compliance Reports, Correspondence, Project Statements, etc.).

Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical related curriculum applicable to the respective job position required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 10 yrs in specific technical discipline or 15 yrs broad eng experience in several technical disciplines. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters and 4 yrs for PhD in fields applicable to this job.

Position Purpose

Guides successful completion of major engineering programs, or conceives research in areas of considerable scope and complexity supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues .
• Is consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field .
• Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .
• Approach to problem solving balances technical product, cost and schedule .
• Works without appreciable direction; work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results .
• Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments, and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative .

Additional Functions

• Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Advanced degree in engineering, or related curriculum preferred.
• The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.

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

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 236795
• Posting Type: Internal-External
• Department: J0129-Engineering
• Category: Engineering
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary Grade:E9
• Number of Openings: 1
• Posting End Date: 11/20/2026
• 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.