Lead, Flight Control Systems & FAA Certification

Leonardo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo Helicopters in the United States leads the Flight Control Systems engineering org, directing project plans and technical strategies for certification and integration across programs. This executive role collaborates with senior leadership to align design solutions and processes with regulatory requirements and program goals.

You will oversee a multidisciplinary team, manage budgets, and drive EVM reporting, ensuring aircraft readiness and timely issue resolution through strong technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in aircraft flight controls or flight dynamics.
• Expert knowledge of stability, control and flight dynamics.
• Experience with system integration, lab and flight testing.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and FAA certification activities.
• Familiarity with ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C/DO-254 and FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate the local FCS engineering team; conduct performance reviews and development plans.
• Develop and execute team project plans; shape departmental goals and strategies.
• Oversee FAA certification activities for Flight Control Systems with FAA reps and DERs.
• Track EVM status and coordinate activities across geographies.
• Define work scope and budget with leadership for annual activities.
• Coordinate with Flight Test and Flight Operations to ensure aircraft readiness and dispositions.
• Perform data analysis and generate reports.
• Provide oversight of technical approaches, tools and processes.

Skills

Leadership

FAA regulations

Flight control systems

Fly-by-wire

Project management

Team development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Mathematics/Physics

Job description

Leonardo Helicopters in the United States leads the Flight Control Systems engineering org, directing project plans and technical strategies for certification and integration across programs. This executive role collaborates with senior leadership to align design solutions and processes with regulatory requirements and program goals.

You will oversee a multidisciplinary team, manage budgets, and drive EVM reporting, ensuring aircraft readiness and timely issue resolution through strong technical