Senior Airworthiness & Certification Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Airworthiness & Certification Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space. This role will own key certification strategy and compliance activities for advanced aerospace programs, with a strong focus on airworthiness approvals and regulatory engagement. The position requires close collaboration with engineering teams, program stakeholders, and external authorities to drive technical compliance from planning through closure. The ideal candidate will help shape certification execution, manage documentation, and reduce compliance risk across complex military and civil efforts. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $165,000 – $220,000 annually Responsibilities Execute the certification strategy and technical approach for major programs or product lines Contribute to planning, developing, and coordinating important engineering projects Lead certification documentation and compliance activities for complex technical areas Develop and apply cross-functional competency in military and industry airworthiness standards Author and manage Issue Papers, Certification Review Items, and drive them to closure Interface directly with regulatory representatives and airworthiness authorities on assigned topics Drive certification program schedules, identifying compliance risks and implementing mitigation strategies Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field 6-9 years of aerospace certification experience, including direct interface with airworthiness or certification authorities Proven ability to work both independently and within cross-functional engineering teams Direct experience managing military airworthiness or civil certification programs from inception to closure Strong written and verbal communication skills with project management capability Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21, 23, 25, and applicable advisory circulars for civil certification activities Demonstrated ability to interface with military airworthiness authorities and conduct meetings with regulatory agencies Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance Flexible paid time off to support work/life balance 401k plan with company match Opportunities for professional development in a startup environment Equity grants as part of the total compensation package Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.