Principal Aircraft Certification Engineer — ODA & Program Lead

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours Vacation time

12-13 paid holidays per year

6 weeks parental leave

Access to on-site health services

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Principal Certification Engineer to manage certification processes and lead cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, at least two years of experience in a regulated environment, and familiarity with FAA certification. This position offers a competitive salary, generous time off, and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of engineering experience in aerospace or a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with FAA certification processes or military standards.
• Experience working within an Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) system.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary focal between ODA Administration and Engineering.
• Manage forecasting and resource allocation for certification efforts.
• Communicate risks and status with senior ODA leadership.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency in program management tools

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Inquisitive and driven mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Power BI

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Principal Certification Engineer to manage certification processes and lead cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, at least two years of experience in a regulated environment, and familiarity with FAA certification. This position offers a competitive salary, generous time off, and various employee benefits.