Principal Civil Certification Engineer
Company: Supernal
Location: Irvine
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionRise above. Are you ready to take human
possibility to a new dimension with us?Supernal is an Advanced Air
Mobility (AAM) company that's developing an electric vertical
take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air
ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a
sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are
committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to
entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of
safety and reliability in today's air transportation system.The
future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative
thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility
experience for everyone, improving people's ability to move –
whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be
a part of something greater where potential powers
tomorrow!Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace
designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core
values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a
week.What we do: The Principal Civil Certification Engineer is
responsible for aiding in the growth and development of the
Certification team to become a robust center of excellence for
regulatory guidance. They oversee maintaining an up-to-date library
of regulatory guidance materials, providing input and guidance to
lower-level engineers within the Certification team and the
Supernal organization. Additionally, they will lead the writing of
department processes, develop training materials, and create
opportunities within Supernal to deploy certification expertise.
This role also involves representing Supernal within the industry
as a technical subject matter expert and assisting the policy team
in driving efforts to shape regulatory policy.What you can do:
- Support the Civil Certification Engineers in their roles at the
project level
- Serve as a knowledge base for certification and airworthiness
topics and remain current on the latest regulatory and industry
guidance and practices
- Own the development of Supernal Certification processes and
procedures and provide inputs, guidance, and support as needed
- Provide technical expertise and mentorship to the team and
cross-disciplinary research & development teams working on the
development & certification of autonomous, passenger-carrying,
eVTOL aircraft
- Act as a technical check for documents and plans to ensure
alignment with regulations. This can include compliance checklists,
certification plans, conformity inspection plans, issue paper
responses, and FAA forms as applicable
- Ensure that regulatory compliance is integral to the
development process through training and knowledge transfer
- Develop materials to ensure an up-to-date awareness of the type
certification process and requirements across the Supernal
team
- Participate in meetings with program management, other senior
leaders, and general staff as noted above, and with government
representatives (Internal and external) and industry as needed
- Partner with PMO organization to implement build plan
- Up to 10% of domestic and international travel
- Other duties as assignedWhat you can contribute:
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Mechanical,
Systems, Industrial Engineering, or other related field required;
Master's degree preferred
- Minimum of fifteen (15) years in systems design, development,
safety analysis, integration, and certification (an equivalent
combination of education and experience may be considered)
- Mastery of the FAA Type Certification, Supplemental Type
Certification, and Production Certificate processes
- Experience working on type certification of an aircraft from
start to finish under any of 14 CFR Part 23/25/27/29 or other
relevant regulations
- Experience with DO-254, DO-178, & DO-160
- Excellent working relationships with FAA and other regulatory
personnel
- Experience with requirements management
- Experience with ARP4754A and ARP4761 safety processes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and
accomplish work within time constraints
- Proficiency with Excel VLOOKUP, pivot tables, MS Office
SuiteYou may also be able to contribute:
- Successful foreign validation of FAA Type Certificates
preferred
- Experience with electric propulsion air or ground vehicles
preferred
- Experience with 14 CFR Parts 33, 35, and 36 preferred
- Experience with the FAA TSO process preferred
- Experience in an ODA environment preferredBase pay offered may
vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and
location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of
total compensation.The pay range for this position
is:$247,900—$316,600 USDClick HERE or visit:
https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits to view our benefits!Any offer
of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a
background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value
diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender,
gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, disability status or any other category or class protected
under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with
disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate
in the job application or interview process, to perform essential
job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at:
ta-support@supernal.aeroThis position may include access to certain
technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export
controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an
applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your
employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal's receipt
of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance
with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such
authorization(s).
Keywords: Supernal, Highland , Principal Civil Certification Engineer, Engineering , Irvine, California
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