Principal Certification Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• As a part of our Certification team, you will report to the Senior Manager of Certification Engineering and assist in steering the certification initiatives for our inaugural certified aircraft.

• Facilitate and back certification activities for the designated Engineering teams.

• Develop compliance strategies for certification, including methods to adhere to FAA regulations.

• Collaborate closely with the teams to define relevant designs, development, and certification plans for Type Certification.

• Serve as a liaison between the teams and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs).

• Clearly communicate regulatory requirements to the teams and other Archer teams to ensure that all stakeholders grasp the scope of compliance activities.

• Verify that suitable methods of compliance are chosen and followed.

• Lead the creation, drafting, review, and implementation of certification plans.

• Aid in the planning and execution of development and certification test campaigns, which include coordinating Conformity Inspections, DER witnessing, and documenting test results.

• Evaluate designs and documentation with DERs to confirm compliance with airworthiness standards.

• Support meetings with regulatory authorities; prepare briefing materials, and ensure the completion of action items.

• Work together with other members of the certification team to formulate integrated aircraft-level planning.

⛳️ Requirements

• BS/MS in Engineering or a related field.

• Over 15 years of experience in certification for civil or military aircraft.

• Prior experience with Part 23, 8110.4c, AC 20-107, AC 23-19, and other relevant regulations and guidance materials.

• Capability to interpret FAA regulations and guidance materials and effectively communicate requirements to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven experience in developing and executing certification plans.

• Experience in direct interaction and communication with the FAA.

• Exceptional organizational and communication abilities.

• Background as an FAA DER.

• Experience with ODA’s.

• Experience in certifying electrical systems, mechanical systems, propulsion, and structures.

• Experience with FAA Conformity.

• Familiarity with TSO approvals.

• Experience with eVTOL, powered-lift, or other special class aircraft development (Bonus Qualifications).

• Familiarity with the Issue Paper process (Bonus Qualifications).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.