Certification Engineer

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics•Wichita, KS

14h•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certification Engineer, you will provide engineering and technical support in the evaluation and testing of existing and emerging technologies, systems, and capabilities. You’ll be responsible for testing and certifying electrical equipment to support FAA TSO, STC and PMA activities and manage the entire testing process from project start to finish. To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be adept in reviewing technical data and forms to ensure compliance with requirements, while providing top-notch customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 3 years of experience in testing and certifying electrical equipment
Direct experience with industry, regulatory, and/or military standards/specifications
Experienced in using Oscilloscopes, DVMs, data acquisition, and other electrical test equipment
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail
Organized, focused and results oriented
Problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
Familiarity/experience with RTCA DO-160, RTCA DO-311A, MIL-STD-810G/MIL-STD-461F and FAA TSO

Responsibilities

Author certification test plans, test reports and various other project documentation
Execute test plans/programs to verify compliance to regulatory and quality requirements to include authoring test reports to meet committed project deadlines
Coordinate activities with external test labs/resources
Assist with prototype build and evaluation
Design, build, and specify equipment necessary for testing products
Evaluate new technology components and designs to improve certification testing to ensure quality, functionality and safety of products.
Provide test support for production as required