Airworthiness Engineer (Senior) (f/m/x)

Manage and coordinate all activities relating to the design certification of Diamond products including new development and production aircraft. Liaise with Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) to support the aircraft certification process for the programs. Lead communication relating to aircraft certification between the company and the airworthiness authorities. Manage and coordinate validation programs with foreign airworthiness authorities. Lead the investigation of continuing airworthiness issues by documenting details of occurrences, determining root causes and recommending any necessary mitigating or corrective action. Liaise with TCCA throughout the investigation process. Provide guidance and mentorship to team members on continuing airworthiness processes and investigations. Provide guidance in writing/revising the processes of the Design Approval Organization (DAO). Provide guidance to DAO personnel on the process and aspects of civil certification.

Skills

• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in the certification of aeronautical products or changed aeronautical products following procedures defined in CAR 521 and associated guidance.
• Knowledge of EASA Annex I (Part 21) regulations and associated guidance.
• Direct experience working with domestic and foreign regulatory authorities such as Transport Canada / FAA / EASA.
• Experience working in a delegated design approval organization.
• Experience in the development and improvement of airworthiness procedures.
• Experience in leading occurrence investigations, performing risk assessments to determine safety impact on the fleet.
• Experience in the engineering and design of aeronautical products.
• Knowledge of AWM 523 / 14 CFR Part 23 / EASA CS 23 requirements
• Knowledge of international bilateral agreements between Transport Canada and other foreign authorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical experts, program managers, and executives.
• Understanding of basic engineering and design principles.
• Possess good understanding of aircraft related technical publications and manuals.
• Possess project engineering competencies.
• Excellent communication, social and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in PC use; including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Project Applications.
• Independent, self-motivated and organized.
• Strives to achieve a high level of quality and productivity.
• Highly adaptable to effectively deal with changes.

We offer a market-standard salary based on your professional and personal suitability.

If you are interested in this challenging position, we are looking forward receiving your application!