Senior Aircraft Interiors Flammability Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with matching funds

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks a senior flammability certification engineer for the MAU team to certify and deliver modifications to aircraft interiors, including commercial seating and related furniture.

The role focuses on showing compliance with federal and industry standards for seat modifications on aircraft, coordinating with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, and supporting PMA/TSO/STC approvals as an ODA member.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years
• US citizenship required to access program information
• 3–5 years in certification/testing and aircraft cabin interiors, preferably commercial seating
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership with cross-functional engineering, certification, and program management
• Conduct testing and design reviews to show compliance with 14 CFR 25.853/869 and related standards
• Generate and check compliance plans for TSO, PMA, and STC as an ODA unit member
• Participate in training to grow talent and process development
• Review project feasibility, cost, and lead-time
• Collaborate across organization to advance team goals

Skills

STEM degree or higher

Certification/testing experience

Cross-functional teamwork

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aeronautical/Civil/Chemical or related engineering

Tools

Bunsen burner tests

Oil burner tests

OSU heat release / smoke density

Job description

Collins Aerospace seeks a senior flammability certification engineer for the MAU team to certify and deliver modifications to aircraft interiors, including commercial seating and related furniture.

The role focuses on showing compliance with federal and industry standards for seat modifications on aircraft, coordinating with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, and supporting PMA/TSO/STC approvals as an ODA member.