Senior Aircraft Certification Specialist — Upington, SA

Placements24; Upington; Sur place; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Upington seeks a Senior Aircraft Certification Specialist to lead the certification process for new designs and modifications, ensuring airworthiness compliance under SACAA, EASA, and FAA. You will collaborate with engineering and testing teams to prepare documentation and liaise with authorities.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion, with on-site presence in Upington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 9+ years' experience in aircraft certification or regulatory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft certification processes (TC/STC).
• Strong knowledge of SACAA, EASA, and FAA regulations.
• Experience preparing and submitting certification documentation.

Responsabilités

• Lead certification process for new designs and modifications.
• Interpret and apply SACAA/EASA/FAA regulations to projects.
• Prepare comprehensive certification documentation (TC, STC, test reports).
• Coordinate with aviation authorities throughout the process.
• Liaise with engineering, design, manufacturing, and testing teams.
• Conduct conformity inspections and audits to verify certification standards.
• Analyze data and test results to demonstrate compliance.
• Identify and address certification risks proactively.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and certification standards.
• Provide guidance on certification matters to project teams.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Description du poste

Placements24 in Upington seeks a Senior Aircraft Certification Specialist to lead the certification process for new designs and modifications, ensuring airworthiness compliance under SACAA, EASA, and FAA. You will collaborate with engineering and testing teams to prepare documentation and liaise with authorities.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion, with on-site presence in Upington.