JOB SUMMARY:
· Defines, develops and manages certification requirements in support of Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) obtained and held by Dassault Falcon Jet Organization Designation Authority (ODA).
· Coordinates FAA/DER approvals for non STC alteration activity.
· Serves as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for certification requirements
PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):
· Prepare and maintain project plans for STC Certification deliverables
· In support of STC and certification projects, prepare and coordinate ODA/FAA approval of:
- Project Specific Certification Plans
- Regulatory Compliance Checklists
- Conformity Inspection Plans
- Flammability Test Plans
- Ground Test Plans
- Electromagnetic Interference Test Plans
- Flight Test Plans
- Instructions for Continues Airworthiness
- Aircraft Flight Manual Supplements
- Installation Instructions
- Electrical Load Analysis
- Weight and Balance Documents
- System Safety Analysis and/or Functional Hazard Analysis Reports
- Equipment Qualification Reports
- Issue Papers and Equivalent Level of Safety Reports
- Prepare and coordinate PMA Assist Letters
- Prepare and submit requests for foreign validation of Dassault STCs
- Issue and Track Letters of Authorization (LOA) for Dassault STCs
- Coordinate preparation and distribution of STC data packages to LOA holders
- Coordinate preparation and distribution of updated materials to LOA holders.
- Conduct Internal Audits, prepare audit reports and manage corrective action activities.
- Maintain library of FAA Guidance Material
- Develop and deliver certification related training for internal and external stakeholders
NON-PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):
· Assist ODA Administrator with the administrative requirements of the ODA to include but not limited to :
o Reporting requirements
o Monitoring Unit Member activity and training compliance
o Management of ODA records and recordkeeping
o Perform other related activities as directed by supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering
· Minimum of five (5) years of experience in certification of aircraft and/or modifications
· Thorough understanding of FAA FAR P art 25 certification requirements
· Familiar with the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification requirements
· Familiar with STC requirements and activities
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc…)
· Proficient in composing technical documentation and reports
· Good written and verbal communication skills
ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Masters Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering
· FAA-DER Certification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Systems
· Prior experience with Designated Alteration Station (DAS) or Organization Designation Authority (ODA)
· Ability to develop and deliver training materials in support of certification activities
· Prior auditing experience and/or certification
· Familiarity with Dassault or similar class of Part 25 business aircraft
· Familiarity with Part 25 Avionics and Electronics Systems
WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Must be able to work in office and hangar environment.
· Must have good eye/hand coordination and must be able to work at computer terminal/screen for long periods of time.
· Must not be sensitive to noise (rivets being bucked, aircraft engines, etc.) and must be able to climb into various areas of the aircraft being completed.
· Must be able to climb stairs.
· Occasional travel to MRO and vendor locations