Lead Aerospace STC Certification Engineer

Actalent; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Certification Engineer (Aerospace) to lead avionics integration and STC programs for Part 25 and Part 23 aircraft. You will plan, execute, and certify airborne equipment installations in coordination with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

The role requires strong avionics expertise, familiarity with FAA/CAA processes, and the ability to manage complex programs from concept through certification and installation support.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in avionics integration and/or STC certification.
• Experience running Part 25 and Part 23 STC programs for avionics installations.
• Familiar with FAA and foreign CAA processes and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead Part 25 and Part 23 STC programs for airborne equipment installations.
• Coordinate with FAA/ODA, operators, and stakeholders through the certification lifecycle.
• Prepare certification plans, compliance checklists, safety assessments, and conformity plans.
• Support conformity inspections and FAA‑witnessed EMI testing.
• Maintain schedules, track milestones, and communicate progress and risks.
• Generate DO‑178/DO‑254/DO‑160 compliant certification documents.
• Travel to support on‑site installation activities and test events.

Skills

Avionics integration

STC certification

Program management

FAA coordination

Regulatory compliance

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Certification Engineer (Aerospace) to lead avionics integration and STC programs for Part 25 and Part 23 aircraft. You will plan, execute, and certify airborne equipment installations in coordination with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

The role requires strong avionics expertise, familiarity with FAA/CAA processes, and the ability to manage complex programs from concept through certification and installation support.