Project Engineer (m/f/d) - Airworthiness

What we offer:

We at setec eocen GmbH, are part of the globally active setec Group and support our customers in the management of complex projects. More specifically, we support them with our many years of expertise in the areas of: (Technical) Project Management, Consulting and Training.

setec has been managing complex projects from SMEs to large corporations for 50 years. We help our customers make progress in the implementation of their lighthouse projects. Most of our customers are leaders in their field, e.g. Airbus, Alstom, etc... and share our drive for innovation and excellence.

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This and more characterizes your future working environment:

✈ Modern project management and engineering environments

✈ Long-term, sustainable projects

✈ International projects with (Not-So-) Hidden Champions

✈ Flat hierarchies & quick decision-making processes

✈ A collegial and appreciative cooperation

✈ Competitive salary

✈ Space for your personal and professional development

Our Mission:

We support the commissioning of a new aircraft type with our Project Engineer (m/f/d) - Airworthiness, partnering with a globally operating aircraft manufacturer.

Tasks:

As an associate of the Airworthiness office team, you will support the Head of Airworthiness regarding his duties related to safety of flight, as well as initial and continued airworthiness.

How?

• support to the company in clarification of airworthiness related topics and issues.
• managing all activities related to the initial airworthiness (certification) and continued airworthiness of the design.
• managing the type investigation process and all activities related to assure and maintain the safety of flight of prototype aircrafts.
• managing the activities related to assure and maintain the safety of flight of the prototype aircrafts.
• managing the certification process with the EASA as well as foreign validation processes with foreign Aviation Authority, EASA, and NAA.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a minimum of two years' experience in at least one of the following technical fields: aircraft structures, aircraft systems integration, or aircraft systems design.

They should have in-depth knowledge of COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 748/2012 Annex I (Part 21) Subparts A, B, D, E, Q, and particularly J. While knowledge of Subparts G, K, M, O, and P is beneficial, it is not a strict requirement.

Familiarity with the associated AMC/GM is also expected. Candidates should demonstrate profound knowledge and at least two years of experience in compliance demonstration activities related to aircraft certification.

Experience in a small or large airplane environment is preferred, although similar experience in a small or large rotorcraft environment may also be considered.

Proficiency in English and familiarity with aviation terminology are essential.

Consideration may also be given to other technical fields such as aerodynamics or cabin safety:

• Having experience as a CVE is advantageous but not mandatory.
• A robust understanding of configuration management, along with at least a fundamental grasp of requirements management and project management within Aircraft Certification Projects, is essential.
• Basic knowledge of ICA and OSD is required.
• An understanding of the EASA LOI concept is necessary.
• A thorough understanding of the interfaces between Design Organisation, Production Organization, and Part 145 Maintenance Organization is important.
• Adequate understanding of the terms compliance and conformity, as well as the means to declare both, is required.
• Familiarity with the term Airworthiness Approval and the legal requirements for its issuance is needed.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables) and at least solid skills in MS Word are required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel VBA and Teamcenter is preferred but not mandatory.
• Knowledge or experience in process management methods like SIPOC and Value Chain Management is beneficial but not essential.

Interested?

Then we look forward to receiving your application!