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CFD Research Corporation · 1 month ago

Airworthiness Engineer / Analyst

Redstone Arsenal, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

CFD Research is an innovative technology solutions provider in the Aerospace & Defense sector, seeking experienced professionals to support the Special Operations Aircraft Detachment. The role involves engineering and technical analysis for special operations aircraft, collaborating with stakeholders, and evaluating technical data to ensure airworthiness.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProduct DesignProduct ResearchSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop effective working relationships and collaborate with SOAD leadership and all stakeholders, to include the Program Management customers, Functional Divisions, and SOAD teammates

Present technical recommendations to government lead and stakeholders

Review test, modification, and fielding strategies

Coordinate requirements development with functional divisions

Analyze proposed designs; review airworthiness substantiations; review technical plans and/or reports; and evaluate technical data items

Assess hazards and communicate risk to government lead and stakeholders

Determine and communicate operating restrictions or recommend management alternatives

Review and provide input on maintenance instructions

Prepare and review written documents to be released by the organization

Document and present program status and significant activities

Qualification

Airworthiness qualification knowledgeTechnical airworthiness document reviewAircraft subsystem engineering drawingsFlight test experienceRisk managementAnalytical skillsU.S. military rotorcraft experienceCommunication skillsTechnical writing skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

8 years or more experience in related engineering, aviation, or aircraft maintenance fields

U.S. military rotorcraft experience

Skilled in interpreting aircraft subsystem engineering drawings

Able to work independently

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time

U.S. Citizen

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering accredited by ABET

Former U.S. Army Special Operations pilot, crew chief, or maintainer

Demonstrated experience in reviewing technical airworthiness documents and related artifacts

Knowledge of the airworthiness qualification processes and records

Flight test and evaluation experience

Experience with Modification Work Orders (MWOs) and Maintenance Engineering Calls (MECs)

Skilled in aircraft system safety and risk management

Strong analytical and technical writing skills

Benefits

Employer matching 401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Company paid leave

Compensation time

Parental leave

Long-term and short-term disability

Accidental death and dismemberment

Life insurance

Group and individual bonuses

Company

CFD Research Corporation

Founded in 1987, CFD Research develops innovative technologies that advance national security, aerospace, defense, life sciences, materials, and energy.

Founded in 1987

Huntsville, Alabama, USA

201-500 employees