Certifications & Projects EngineerThe Certifications & Projects Engineer supports the integration of aircraft avionics modifications for Boeing 767, Boeing 757, Airbus A321, and A330 aircraft. This role is responsible for creating engineering instructions, drawings, substantiation, and other technical documentation to support repair, maintenance, and modification design activities. The engineer works closely with internal teams, customers, original equipment manufacturers, and the Federal Aviation Administration to ensure modifications are properly substantiated, airworthy, and compliant with applicable Code of Federal Regulations requirements. In addition, this position contributes to in-house Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) development, design integration, and certification efforts for new avionics installations and system upgrades.
Responsibilities may include technical writing, engineering analysis, and the creation of aircraft installation drawings and wiring diagrams. As a smaller portion of the role, engineers may also support process improvement, aircraft flight data analysis, software-based solutions, and 3D modeling or prototyping activities.Required Job SkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or Associate's degree in Engineering or a related field with two years of airline, OEM, or MRO experienceWorking knowledge of avionics engineering principles in support of subsystem definition, development, integration, and testingWorking knowledge of Microsoft 365 applicationsWorking knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drafting applicationFamiliar with 14 CFR Parts 21, 25, 26, 43, 91, 121, 125, 135, and 145Familiarity with compliance requirements related to Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and other FAA and OEM documentationStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail, organization, and document control disciplinePreferred Job SkillsFAA DER designationKnowledge of aircraft avionics systemsExperience supporting certification projects for commercial aircraft modificationsFamiliarity with Boeing 767 and 757 aircraft systems, manuals, and modification practicesExperience working in a regulated aerospace, aviation, or MRO environmentOptional Job SkillsExperience with aircraft data analysis, flight data analysis, or engineering process improvement projectsFamiliarity with Python and common technical packages such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learnExperience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Corel DesignerExperience supporting 3D printing, prototyping, or light manufacturing development projectsPhysical RequirementsOccasional work in adverse weatherStand, sit or work at a computer for long periods of timeClimb stairs and ladders as neededAbility to stoop, bend, and crawl as requiredWear PPE and hearing protection as requiredOccasional lifting of various weights up to 50 lbs.AMES is an equal opportunity employer and that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.