Airworthiness and Certification Engineer 2

Air Methods

. Define, support, and oversee compliance with FAA/ODA requirements .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeEnglewood • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,601 - $106,982 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in FAA certification processes, compliance documentation, and project management within aviation. Proficient in technical analysis, regulatory interpretation, and quality oversight to ensure adherence to FAA/ODA requirements.

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FAA Certification ProcessCompliance DocumentationProject ManagementTechnical AnalysisRegulatory Interpretation

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Hard Skills

FAA RegulationsCompliance ChecklistsSystem Safety AnalysesTechnical ReviewsAircraft Maintenance DocumentsELOS DevelopmentAMOC DefinitionCAD SoftwareA&P LicenseEngineering in Training (EIT)

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCollaborationOrganizational SkillsDetail OrientedCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteAdobe AcrobatSolidWorks

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)ASTM CertificationINCOSE ASE/PSE CertificationNCATT CertificationAET Certification

Industry Keywords

FAA/ODA RequirementsEMS IntegrationFirefighting OperationsRescue Operations14 CFR Part 21Airworthiness DirectivesAdvisory CircularsDOD Product Qualification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, support, and oversee compliance with FAA/ODA requirements
Assist with certification of products, including integration of mission equipment for EMS, firefighting, and rescue operations
Establish certification requirements and guidance and coordinate implementation by technical staff
Prepare and complete compliance checklists, certification plans, conformity inspection plans, system safety analyses, and compliance summaries for STC projects
Provide quality oversight and audit of ODA project files from initial submittal through final approval
Assist with ODA Unit Member appointment, renewal, training, workload, scheduling, and allocation tracking
Support internal and external audits, continued operational safety, and root cause/corrective action activities
Develop and maintain the ODA manual, Unit Member charts, training materials, presentations, and meeting minutes
Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor ODA projects
Assist with department policy and procedure development and implementation
Review certification documents, drawings, technical data, and test data
Prepare project substantiating documents demonstrating compliance with FAA regulations, including structural, mechanical, electrical, avionics, parts lists, test plans, test reports, systems safety, ICA’s, and RFMS’s
Perform technical reviews and proofreading of project documentation
Represent the department in meetings with program management, senior leaders, staff, and government representatives
Participate in FAA and internal audits and assist with RCCAs and corrective actions
Support ODA Unit Member administration, training verification, personnel qualification audits, and FAA submittals
Support quote LOEs and maintain ODA/FAA project schedules
Coordinate with FAA designees to validate data approvals and regulatory compliance
Allocate designee resources for on-site inspections and tasks
Audit project folders for mandatory documentation and facilitate formal submission of compliance data to the FAA
Participate in department meetings, training, development activities, and accurate time and labor recording
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Aeronautical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; or 5 - 7 years’ equivalent education and experience in an authorized repair station, air carrier, working directly engineering design and associated methods of compliance data to alter type design or develop non-OEM repairs for maintain and return-to-service 14 CFR, part 23, 25, 27, and/or part 29 aircraft
5 – 8 years of experience related to FAA aircraft certification activities
5 – 8 years analysis, design and development experience in aviation field
Proficient understanding of the FAA certification process per 14 CFR Part 21, including development of FAA approved/ accepted ELOS and AMOC definition
Demonstrated proficiency in the identification and interpretation of FAA guidance including Orders, Advisory Circulars, Airworthiness Directives, and Policy Letters
Fluency of, and documented experience with, US Department of Defense (DOD) product qualification requirements (preferred)
Direct experience working with the FAA and/or ODA personnel and designees
Competent in reviewing and interpreting aircraft maintenance documents, flight manuals, and other OEM data
Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
Expert written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated command of scholarly and legal-style technical authorship
Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Proficient with Adobe Acrobat
Basic experience with CAD software packages such as SolidWorks (preferred)
Strong open-source researcher of regulatory, industry, and equipment OEM information
A&P licensees, Engineering in Training (EIT)/Professional Engineer (PE) certifications, and ASTM, INCOSE ASE/PSE, NCATT and AET certifications (preferred)