Airworthiness Engineer

General Atomics-posted 4 months ago
$98,100 - $171,398/Yr
Poway, CA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Airworthiness Engineer within the Office of Airworthiness in our Poway, CA office.

  • Working with civil and military airworthiness authorities, formulates airworthiness plans and supports their execution, including requirements development, flight clearances, component and system level tests, verification and certification documentation.
  • Reviews DO-178C life cycle data and perform software Stage of Involvement (SOI) compliance audits.
  • Creates audit reports and submit to appropriate authorities (FAA or other authorities).
  • Supports and provides guidance to software engineering team on DO-178C certification requirements.
  • Evaluates the Software data (requirement, design, code and test procedures) using the FAA Job-aid or other appropriate checklist for compliance to DO-178C.
  • Witnesses sample of software formal testing for compliance.
  • Supports development of airworthiness requirements and incorporation of applicable standards, including design, safety, manufacturing and process standards.
  • Facilitates changes to product designs, testing, analyses, maintenance, repairs, operations and documentation in order to assure compliance with certification requirements.
  • May represent the organization as the prime technical contact with customers, government representatives, and other aerospace professionals.
  • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, four or more years of experience with a master's degree, or two or more years with a PhD.
  • Thorough knowledge of software development and verification activities.
  • Experience in RTCA DO-178C, DO-330 and FAA AC 20-115D.
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines in airworthiness requirements development, test, and verification activities.
  • Experience with military airworthiness policies, and preferably Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) airworthiness policies.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.
  • Customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
  • Experience in FAA order 8110-49A.
  • Experience in Hardware (electronic of embedded system).
  • Experience in working with the FAA or other certifying authorities.
  • Experience with MIL-HDBK-516 based certifications, -516C preferred.
  • Experience with civil and military aviation operating and flight rules (i.e., 14 CFR 91, OPNAVINST 3710.7U).
  • Familiarity with carrier-based aircraft operations.
  • Proficiency with MS Office tools preferred, and familiarity with database management systems such as DOORS and MS Access.
  • A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel or technical committee.
  • Salary: $98,100 - $171,398
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