FAA Certification Engineer II - Aircraft Seating

Jobtailor; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a qualified engineer to lead FAA certification efforts for seating components. The role requires directing engineering solutions and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with FAA/EASA standards and regulatory submissions.

The candidate will provide technical leadership, review designs, and support certifications for seating products within the main cabin flammability program.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or related engineering as required by FAA
• U.S. Person
• Must access ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with FAA/EASA rules, and TC/STC/PMA/TSO certification processes preferred
• Aerospace interiors experience preferred
• Experience reviewing drawings preferred
• Proficiency in engineering-related software preferred

Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and execute FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats and seating components
• Perform standard engineering assignments and drive engineering solutions and design decisions
• Lead internal technical and design reviews for the Flammability Certification team
• Compile FAA certification documentation for submission to commercial aircraft OEMs and regulatory agencies
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams
• Support certification of Seating products within the Main Cabin Flammability Certification team

Skills

FAA knowledge

Cross-functional

MS Office

Regulatory compliance

Technical leadership

Teamwork

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Engineering software

CAD tools

Job description

Jobtailor in the United States is seeking a qualified engineer to lead FAA certification efforts for seating components. The role requires directing engineering solutions and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with FAA/EASA standards and regulatory submissions.

The candidate will provide technical leadership, review designs, and support certifications for seating products within the main cabin flammability program.