Senior Airworthiness Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Senior Airworthiness Engineer to join its compliance and certification team in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on ensuring aircraft and aviation products meet safety standards throughout their lifecycle, managing ADs, and guiding regulatory processes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years in airworthiness, strong knowledge of international regs (EASA FAA SACAA), and proven aircraft certification experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft and aviation products comply with all applicable airworthiness regulations and standards (e.g., EASA, FAA, SACAA).
• Manage the airworthiness certification process for new and modified aircraft.
• Interpret and implement airworthiness directives (ADs) and service bulletins (SBs).
• Conduct airworthiness reviews and audits of aircraft and maintenance processes.
• Prepare and submit technical documentation for regulatory approval.
• Liaise with aviation regulatory authorities on airworthiness matters.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on airworthiness requirements to engineering and maintenance teams.
• Assess the impact of design changes and modifications on aircraft airworthiness.
• Maintain accurate records of all airworthiness activities and documentation.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of airworthiness policies and procedures.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected organization within the aviation industry, is seeking a highly knowledgeable and experienced Senior Airworthiness Engineer to join their compliance and certification team in Upington, Northern Cape . This critical role focuses on ensuring that aircraft and aviation products meet all relevant safety and regulatory standards throughout their lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key part in the certification process, managing airworthiness directives, and providing expert technical guidance on regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned airworthiness professional to contribute to the safety and integrity of aviation operations in a key regional hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft and aviation products comply with all applicable airworthiness regulations and standards (e.g., EASA, FAA, SACAA).
• Manage the airworthiness certification process for new and modified aircraft.
• Interpret and implement airworthiness directives (ADs) and service bulletins (SBs).
• Conduct airworthiness reviews and audits of aircraft and maintenance processes.
• Prepare and submit technical documentation for regulatory approval.
• Liaise with aviation regulatory authorities on airworthiness matters.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on airworthiness requirements to engineering and maintenance teams.
• Assess the impact of design changes and modifications on aircraft airworthiness.
• Maintain accurate records of all airworthiness activities and documentation.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of airworthiness policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in airworthiness engineering or a related role within aviation.
• In-depth knowledge of international and national airworthiness regulations.
• Proven experience in aircraft certification processes and documentation.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, structures, and maintenance practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with regulatory bodies.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant technical documentation and regulatory databases.
• Strong commitment to aviation safety and compliance.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance, retirement fund contributions, and excellent opportunities for professional development and training in the specialized field of airworthiness. Employees benefit from working in a dedicated team focused on safety and compliance in Upington, Northern Cape , and contributing to the broader aviation industry. We are committed to providing a supportive and growth-oriented work environment.