Jamco ยท 2 months ago
Seat Certification Engineer, Senior
Everett, WA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$102K/yr - $127K/yr
8+ years expJamco is a company focused on providing certification solutions in the aerospace sector. The Senior Certification Engineer is responsible for developing and executing seat certification programs, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and OEM requirements while leading certification projects and collaborating with various stakeholders.
AerospaceInterior DesignManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of certification-related tasks requiring a complete understanding of FAA regulations and guidance material. Represent Jamco certification interests in technical interface meetings with airline customers, suppliers, OEMs and the FAA, exhibiting mature interpersonal, language, and leadership skills
Communicate with project team members to identify and compile correct work scope, schedule, design details, risks, and other pertinent factors impacting seat certification in support of project proposals. Develop tools/databases and standardized estimate values for future projects
Act as subject matter expert for seat certification issues in a variety of areas, including flammability, dynamic and static testing, design compliance, and aircraft installation and integration
Lead the development, preparation, and documentation of standardized regulatory and certification guidance material. Assist in obtaining FAA approval, as required
Lead and/or support the development of certification test plans and reports ensuring compliance to regulatory and OEM requirements
Lead and/or support, as required, other Certification Engineers and Certification Specialists on major projects
Assist the Director of Seat Engineering & Certification, as required, in support of Jamco Seat certification projects
Review prototype designs and drawings; identify and communicate necessary changes
Identify potential certification issues and any adverse impact. Analyze problems and derive appropriate solutions
Oversee and assist as necessary with test article build and conformity
Develop tools, as necessary, to track deliverables, testing, compliance findings, to assure on-time completion of certification tasks
Prepare certification management reports which include current performance metrics, historical results, budget, forecasts, and/or performance trends
Identify and incorporate lessons learned/best practices into organizational procedures
Monitor latest industry issues and documents, participate in aircraft interior industry committees and communicate information to applicable team members
Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all company policies and procedures
Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company s information and products
Qualification
Required
Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering
8 years or more of experience in aircraft engineering and certification roles, or equivalent education and experience (18 years minimum in an aerospace related field)
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Able to read and understand Computer Aided Design (CAD) designs, drawings and specifications
Extensive knowledge of EASA/FAA requirements for the installation of aircraft interior system/subsystem components
Extensive understanding of aircraft terms, design requirements and certification processes
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources
Identify increasingly complex problems and understanding related information to evaluate and develop options and implement solutions
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and measurements and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, trigonometry, imaginary number, and proportions
Must demonstrate concern and take actions to meet requirements and high standards of quality of both internal and external customers
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Ability to write technical documents and formal business correspondence
Able to coordinate with outside organizations, such as program management and/or marketing/customer, to obtain critical data for review and appropriate decision making
Managing one's own time and team resources/time allocation
Demonstrate continuous skill improvement
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental and Vision Reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Benefit Conversion at Termination
Bereavement Leave
Educational Assistance
Family and Medical Leave
Paid Parental Leave (40 hours) *Qualifying event after June 15th, 2022
Flexible Benefit Plan (Flex Spending)
Holidays
Jury Duty/Witness Service Leave
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Pregnancy Leave
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Personal Leave
Wedding Leave
Wellness Program/Gym Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Company
Jamco
Jamco is a premier global provider of aircraft interiors, holding market-leading positions in lavatories and galleys, a growing presence in business/first-class seating, and associated modification services.
1001-5000 employees
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