Responsibilities:

• Lead airworthiness for the organization, manage all aspects of airworthiness implementation, compliance, and execution.
• Plan and execute airworthiness for development of aircraft (documentation, compliance, authority coordination and review/approvals, etc).
• Develop and track certification basis and requirements for development of aircraft.
• Develop and implement airworthiness strategies, processes, and procedures in compliance with military and civil aviation regulations.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities, certification agencies, and other external entities to obtain and maintain necessary approvals.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, test, and quality assurance teams to ensure that activities adhere to regulatory standards.
• Communicate and manage airworthiness tasking, tracking, status, and schedule to shareholders, executive management, and internal teams.
• Manage the documentation and record-keeping processes related to airworthiness compliance.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on airworthiness regulations and best practices.
• Conduct airworthiness assessments and audits to identify and address compliance issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline [preferably in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related field)].
• Minimum of 6 years of airworthiness experience in aviation/aerospace industry.
• In-depth knowledge of military and civil aviation regulations and requirements.
• Experience in airworthiness management, preferably in both military and civil aviation environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Desired:

• Master’s degree in STEM discipline [preferably in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related field)].
• Proven experience in executing airworthiness projects and obtaining and maintaining airworthiness certifications.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance.
• Experience as an FAA Designed Engineering Representative (DER).