Flammability Certification Engineer II (Onsite)

About the role

Join our dynamic team as a Flammability Certification Engineer at Collins Aerospace, where innovation and excellence drive everything we do. In this pivotal position, you will spearhead the research, planning, and execution of FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats and seating components, championing Seating products and shaping the future of luxury air travel. This is an onsite role based in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Tackle standard engineering assignments with finesse, utilizing expertise to drive impactful solutions and design decisions.
• Lead internal technical and design reviews, representing the Flammability Certification team with confidence and expertise.
• Compile meticulous FAA certification documentation, ensuring seamless submission to commercial aircraft OEMs and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership and guidance to ensure project success.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Our agreement with the FAA requires a bachelor’s degree focused in one of the following disciplines: mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or other relevant engineering.
• Must be a U.S. Person—job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware (directly or indirectly) and the company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
• Previous work experience with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Previous work experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of FAA, EASA rules and regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, standards, etc. related to aircraft seat certification with emphasis on aircraft interiors requirements.
• Experience with TC, STC, PMA or TSO certification processes.
• Experience with materials and processes commonly used in aircraft interiors design.
• Prior working experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.
• Ability to review and approve drawings.
• Proficiency in engineering-related software programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health for hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand for virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons for child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts for second opinion program
• Relocation assistance

Pay

The salary range for this role is $68,900 – $131,100 USD. The range is a good-faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including role responsibilities, candidate experience, location, education/training, and key skills.