Senior Certification Engineer — FAA Compliance Lead

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Perks

Health Benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) Program

Additional Benefits

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking a Certification Engineer to provide engineering support for aircraft maintenance and certification documents for FAA or ODA approval. You will train engineers, mentor, lead projects and coordinate with manufacturers and regulators.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering and several years of experience, with advanced degrees preferred. You'll work with cross-functional teams, stay compliant with regulations, and develop plans and reports to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required
• 6 years engineering experience
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred
• 4 years experience working with the FAA or other certification organization on 14CFR Part 25 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts training for Engineers in area(s) of expertise
• Serves as mentor to other Engineers
• Serves as team leader/coordinator in the course of project management or problem resolution
• Coordinates with manufacturers and regulatory authorities, as required, and ensures that Engineering dispositions are properly substantiated in accordance with applicable regulations and Company manuals
• Prepares engineering certification plans, substantiation data, test plans, and test reports for showing compliance to FAA regulations.
• Keeps informed of day-to-day airline operations involving field of responsibility. Assesses daily priorities in accordance with airline/departmental objectives and management directives
• Investigates aircraft/component problems which may cause aircraft delays or cancellations, substantial expenditures in manpower or materials, or interruptions in maintenance operations, and determines appropriate corrective actions
• Provides Engineering support as required for disposition of discrepant conditions affecting aircraft or components in order to restore serviceable status
• Responds to requests from Maintenance and other airline departments when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems
• Develops action plans for fleet/multi-fleet and/or component engineering projects and pursues final dispositions according to assessed priorities
• Coordinates with other airline departments, as required, to provide for effective and efficient implementation of engineering dispositions
• Provide direct coordination with FAA designees, engineering, and production during prototype STC projects
• Maintains knowledge of current and pending regulations, which affect areas of responsibility and ensures that all Engineering actions maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Utilizes available resources to continually increase levels of technical expertise and practical experience. Also strives to improve communications skills, time management and other personal qualities pertinent to maximum effectiveness and efficiency in performing assigned duties
• Actively engages with front line team members and leadership equally

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Presentation delivery

Customer interaction

Ability to take on new roles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

6 years engineering experience

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

American Airlines is seeking a Certification Engineer to provide engineering support for aircraft maintenance and certification documents for FAA or ODA approval. You will train engineers, mentor, lead projects and coordinate with manufacturers and regulators.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering and several years of experience, with advanced degrees preferred. You'll work with cross-functional teams, stay compliant with regulations, and develop plans and reports to ensure safe,