ODA/ Certification Engineer

Role

The Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA)/Certification Engineer will be responsible for providing technical oversight of ODA, New Product Development, and Continued Operational Safety (COS) activities across HPG. This individual will also assist in product investigations as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Detailed review and support of ODA projects for technical adequacy and FAA regulatory compliance of the following: Program Notification Letter (PNL), Substantiation packages, Conformity Inspections, Minor design changes, Product Type Eligibility Expansions, Reuse of FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) Design Data, and Airworthiness Approvals.
• Advise and mentor HPG Engineering and Quality team members in connection with ODA and FAA-managed PMA activities. Areas of focus will be ODA Procedures, HPG Policies, Mechanical Design, Technical Requirements, Quality Systems and pertinent FAA regulations.
• Participate in product investigations to include forensic and engineering analysis, reporting and preparation of briefing materials to Customers and Regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in aerospace engineering, certification, or similar field.
• FAA Part 21 Certification Engineer (CPE) certification preferred.

Preferred:

• Experience with ODA and PMA processes.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and policies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

HEICO Corporation offers competitive compensation, paid vacation and holidays, an excellent 401K plan with company match, and medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.