Senior Avionics & Electrical Systems Engineer (ODA/FAA)

Find a- Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita seeks a Sr./Specialist Engineer for Avionics and Electrical Systems Unit to ensure design compliance with government regulations through ODA processes. You will coordinate with the FAA/ODA, prepare certification plans, witness testing, and document results to determine compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering and experience with avionics/certification projects. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) -14 CFR Part 23 and/or 14 CFR Part 25
• Experience with complex certification projects integrating multiple Electrical/Avionics systems
• Minimum of 2 years in engineering or related aviation tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate within the ODA and FAA and resolve certification issues.
• Assist in preparation of reports, engineering drawings, and other supporting documents.
• Coordinate with design engineers and suppliers to determine system requirements and resolve certification issues.
• Review complex development, design, testing and certification assignments for new Avionics and Electrical System design or modifications.
• Develop engineering alternatives to meet customer expectations.
• Perform work applying in-depth engineering principles.
• Coordinate work with Engineering support groups and Supply Chain Management.
• Instruct suppliers on Certification Requirements for materials and hardware.
• Provide guidance to design engineers on solving complex design problems.
• Present status to FAA or ODA Management.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Avionics experience

Microsoft Office

Mentor Graphics

Electrical system design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Computer/Electrical Engineering Technology

FAA designee (ODA UM or DER) -14 CFR Part 23/25

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Wiring diagram software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Textron Aviation in Wichita seeks a Sr./Specialist Engineer for Avionics and Electrical Systems Unit to ensure design compliance with government regulations through ODA processes. You will coordinate with the FAA/ODA, prepare certification plans, witness testing, and document results to determine compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering and experience with avionics/certification projects. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.