Certification Engineer, Aerospace

Luminator Technology Group • Plano, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Luminator Technology Group is seeking an experienced Lead Aerospace Certification Engineer for its Lighting & Software Systems team. The role supports aircraft lighting and software-controlled electronic systems through certification and regulatory compliance activities, while also providing oversight of onsite engineering test laboratories. The engineer collaborates with engineering, quality, customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to certify products for commercial and business aviation platforms and to ensure compliance with FAA and EASA requirements. The position is onsite at the company's Plano, Texas headquarters, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in aerospace, avionics, or regulated product development.
• Familiarity with FAA/EASA certification processes or compliance testing.
• Experience with laboratory or environmental testing, such as DO-160 or similar.
• Strong technical writing and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, electrical, systems, software, or a related engineering field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with aircraft lighting or cabin/avionics systems.
• Exposure to DO-178C or DO-254.
• Tier 1 supplier or STC certification experience.

Responsibilities

• Support certification planning and execution for aircraft lighting and control systems.
• Prepare compliance documentation, qualification test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Coordinate environmental qualification testing, including DO-160, and photometric performance testing.
• Oversee onsite engineering test laboratories used by product development teams, including test readiness, equipment capability, laboratory compliance, resource planning, and support for certification and qualification testing.
• Contribute to system safety analyses and installation approvals.
• Work with engineering teams, suppliers, customers, and regulatory representatives.
• Participate in certification reviews, audits, and test events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior