Certification Engineer

Altitude Aerospace

Portland, OR

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Aerospace Engineering, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Access Objects (DAO), Document Management, Documentation Plan, Electrical Design, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance, Military, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Project Management Certification, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Stress Testing, Systems Analysis, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Transport Canada, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Portland, OR

POSTED

30+ days ago

Certification Engineer
Location: Hybrid – Portland, OR (local candidates only) | Salary: $90K to $115K + Benefits | Employment: Full-time

WHO WE ARE
Altitude Aerospace delivers engineering and certification solutions for commercial and VIP aircraft programs worldwide. With FAA DER, EASA DOA, and TCCA DAO approvals, we support customers from concept through certification and in-service. Our 150+ person team across the US, Canada, and France works on programs for major OEMs and completion centers globally. We offer 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, SIMPLE IRA retirement plan, paid vacation and PTO, and 8 paid holidays.

THE ROLE
Support certification efforts for aircraft modifications, STCs, and design approvals across FAA jurisdictions. You'll develop certification plans and analysis reports, coordinate with regulatory authorities, and manage compliance documentation from project initiation through final approval. This role puts your regulatory expertise to work on real aircraft certification programs with measurable outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Plan & Coordinate

Develop certification plans and compliance strategies for aircraft modifications, STCs, and design changes.
Coordinate with FAA authorities, DERs, and regulatory specialists to define compliance paths and certification basis.
Identify applicable regulations, advisory circulars, and technical standards for each project.
Lead pre-application meetings, and compliance demonstrations with certification authorities.

Execute & Deliver

Produce certification documentation including certification plans, issue papers, test plans, flammability and system safety analysis, and various other compliance documents.
Coordinate engineering substantiation, test planning, and compliance demonstrations across design, stress, and testing teams.
Review engineering data packages for regulatory compliance and certification readiness.
Communicate requirements and changes to clients, suppliers, MROs, and FAA representatives.
Track certification milestones, manage authority interactions, and drive projects to FAA/EASA approval.

Impact: Yourwork enables aircraft modifications to achieve airworthiness approval and enter service. You'll directly influence project success through regulatory strategy and authority coordination.

WHAT YOU BRING
Required

Bachelor'sdegree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in aircraft certification, regulatory compliance, or engineering in aerospace
Strong knowledge of FAA regulations (FAR Part 21, 23, 25)
Experience developing certification plans and managing authority interactions
Understanding of airworthiness standards, compliance methods, and certification processes
Solid understanding of engineering data packages and ability to interpret structural, mechanical, and electrical design data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for regulatory interactions

PREFERRED

Experience with EASA certification (CS-25, CS-23, or Part 21J DOA) is a plus
Previous work with STCs, AMOCs, or type certificate projects
Knowledge of Transport Canada (TCCA) regulations and processes is a plus
Background working with or as an FAA DER or EASA CVE
Experience with multiple aircraft types (commercial, VIP, military)
Project management experience in certification programs
Excellent problem-solving skills
Broad aircraft certification experience on a variety of different types of program: STC, TC, Interior, Electrical, Mechanical, and Maintenance

WHY ALTITUDE

Real Authority: Work directly with FAA and EASA on active certification projects
Variety: Manage STCs and design approvals across multiple aircraft platforms and modification types
Growth: Small enough for direct authority interaction, large enough for complex international certifications
Client Impact: Enable completion centers and OEMs to bring modifications to market
Regulatory Depth: Work alongside experienced DERs and within established DOA/DAO organizations

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Hybrid schedule: Portland, OR with occasional travel (5-10% max to client locations or testing facilities)
Background check and drug screen may be required
ITAR eligibility may apply (U.S. person status may be required)

Altitude Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer.

Certification Engineer

Altitude Aerospace

Portland, OR

About the Company

Altitude Aerospace

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