15+ years experience in certification for civil or military aircraft
Familiarity with FAA regulations including Part 23 and 8110.4c
Proven ability to develop and execute certification plans
Experience interacting directly with FAA and DERs
Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience with certification of electrical, mechanical, and propulsion systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate certification activities for assigned Engineering teams
Establish compliance strategies for FAA regulations
Collaborate with teams to develop certification plans
Act as liaison between teams and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives
Communicate regulatory requirements clearly to stakeholders
Lead development and execution of certification plans
Assist with planning and execution of certification test campaigns
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaborative work environment
Engagement with cutting-edge aircraft technology
Involvement in pioneering certification efforts
Supportive company culture focused on performance and innovation
Full Job Description
What you'll do
As a member of our Certification team you will report to the Sr. Manager of Certification Engineering and help guide the certification efforts for our first certified aircraft. You are the certification subject matter expert aiding the certification effort through all phases of the type certification program.
Coordinate and support certification activities for the assigned Engineering teams
Establish compliance strategies for certification including methods of compliance to FAA regulations
Work directly with the teams to establish relevant designs, development, and certification plans for Type Certification
Act as liaison between the teams and FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs)
Communicate regulatory requirements in a clear and concise manner to the teams and other Archer teams to ensure all stakeholders understand the scope of compliance activities
Ensure appropriate methods of compliance are selected and adhered to
Lead the development, authoring, review, and execution of certification plans
Assist with planning and execution of development and certification test campaigns, including coordination of Conformity Inspections, DER witnessing, and test results documentation
Review designs and documentation with DERs to ensure compliance with airworthiness standards
Support meetings with regulatory authorities; prepare briefing materials, and ensure completion of action items
Collaborate with other members of the certification team to develop integrated aircraft level planning
What you need
BS/MS in Engineering or related degree
15+ years experience in certification in civil or military aircraft
Previous experience with Part 23, 8110.4c, AC 20-107, AC 23-19 and other applicable regulations and guidance materials
Ability to interpret FAA regulations and guidance material and communicate requirements to internal and external stakeholders
Experience in developing and executing certification plans
Experience interacting and communicating directly with FAA
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Experience as an FAA DER
Experience with ODA's
Experience with certification of electrical systems/mechanical systems/propulsion/ structures
Experience with FAA Conformity
Experience with TSO approvals
Bonus Qualifications:
Experience with eVTOL, powered-lift, or other special class aircraft development
Experience with the Issue Paper process
**Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications
At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company's business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $199,000 - $248,800. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
About Archer Aviation Inc.
Archer Aviation is an American aerospace manufacturer that develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The company was founded in 2018 by Brett Adcock and Adam Goldstein. Archer Aviation is developing an eVTOL aircraft that can travel up to 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph. The aircraft is designed to be quiet, safe, and efficient, with zero emissions. The company has partnerships with United Airlines and Stellantis, and plans to launch its first aircraft in 2024.
