Avionics Certification Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Support certification programs through planning, execution, and FAA approval activities.
• Assist in developing certification approaches for avionics systems, aircraft modifications, and product installations.
• Coordinate with FAA representatives, Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs), designated delegates, and internal stakeholders as required.
• Prepare and maintain certification documentation, including:
• Certification Plans
• Compliance Checklists
• Means of Compliance Documentation
• Conformity Inspection Requests
• Ground and Flight Test Plans
• FAA Approval Data Packages
• Support STC certification efforts involving surveillance systems, flight and data recorders, displays, and other avionics product lines.
• Support TSO authorization projects, including qualification testing, environmental compliance, software, and hardware certification activities.
• Interpret and apply applicable FAA regulations, guidance material, and industry standards, including:
• 14 CFR Parts 23, 25, 27, and 29
• AC 20-series guidance
• RTCA and SAE standards
• Participate in certification activities involving:
• DO-160 Environmental Qualification
• DO-178 Software Considerations
• DO-254 Airborne Electronic Hardware
• ARP4754A System Development
• ARP4761 Safety Assessment
• Coordinate with systems, software, hardware, electrical, mechanical, and test engineering teams to support certification objectives.
• Participate in conformity inspections, testing activities, audits, and FAA reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of certification processes, procedures, and engineering practices.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in aviation certification, aircraft modifications, avionics integration, or aerospace systems engineering.
• Experience supporting one or more of the following:
• Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs)
• Technical Standard Order Authorizations (TSOAs)
• Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) programs
• Aircraft modification certification activities
• Experience working with Part 23, Part 25, Part 27, or Part 29 aircraft programs.
• Working knowledge of FAA certification processes and regulations.
• Experience preparing certification documentation and supporting compliance activities.
• Familiarity with avionics systems architecture and aircraft integration principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
• 5+ years of avionics certification or aircraft modification experience.
• Experience supporting FAA certification projects within an aerospace OEM, modifier, or avionics manufacturer.
• Familiarity with STC and TSO certification programs.
• Exposure to environmental qualification testing, software certification, or airborne electronic hardware certification activities.
• Advanced degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Experience working directly with FAA personnel, DERs, or delegated authorities.
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• Equal Opportunity Statement Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additional Information: Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer. U.S. Person Requirement This position may require access to information, technology, software, or hardware that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. To comply with these requirements, applicants must qualify as a US Person.

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