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Senior Principal PSP Compliance Staff - Flammability (ONSITE)

Raytheon Technologies

Winston Salem, NC

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Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Aged Care, Analysis Skills, Autism, Aviation Industry, Bond Market, Childcare, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering, Family Planning, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), IBM TSO/ISPF, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mathematics, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Operations Processes, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Product Design, Product Development, RTX, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Rehabilitation Act, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Student Loans, Technical Leadership, Technical Training, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Thought Leadership, United States Citizen, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Winston Salem, NC
POSTED
2 days ago
Date Posted:
2026-06-01
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-190 ~ 190 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 190
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are consideredU.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position is for a flammability engineering expert and recognized thought leader. Helps to meet compliance criteria for products or systems. Applies knowledge of science, operating conditions, product innovation in the market, and other factors to recommend changes in product and process design and operation to ensure products comply with FAA / EASA and other regulatory flammability requirements. Acts as a FAA and aircraft OEM representative to find product compliance to the applicable flammability regulations. The person will work independently in assisting the group in making compliance findings in accordance to TSO and other OEM requirements. Will assist train and guide certification personnel to ensure compliance with requirements.

This is an onsite position based in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

What you will do:
  • Confers with engineers, customers, or others on existing or potential engineering projects or products.
  • Provides technical leadership and trains less experienced engineers to enhance the capabilities of the team.
  • Recommends changes in rules, policies, standards, and regulations to ensure operating conditions, product improvements, and other factors are in compliance with regulations and meeting customer requirements.
  • Analyzes, researches, and develops engineering specifications for product design, or operation of product to include flammability compliance to the FAA/EASA regulations.
  • Reviews and approves certification documents under the Partnership for Safety Plan (PSP) between the FAA and Collins Aerospace (B/E Aerospace) and delegation authority under aircraft OEMs related to flammability compliance to applicable regulatory requirements e.g. 14CFR/CS 25.853 (a), (c) & (d).
  • Develops training material and conducts training of certification engineers on FAA/EASA regulations, OEM requirements, on flammability regulations.
  • Provides guidance to employees in the use of FAA/EASA regulations, OEM requirements, etc. when writing similarity reports, test plans, test reports, & conducting flammability testing
  • Evaluates and leads implementation of new tools, processes, analytical methods, concepts, and testing that improve certification capabilities and efficiency. Improves total cycle time for the engineering development of products.
  • Attends FAA DER seminars and stays current on FAA/EASA and other international regulatory bodies structural regulations
  • Participates in industry committees, groups, and discussions to help develop new regulations, standards, guidance materials, etc. related to aircraft structural certification and installation.
  • Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications you must have:
  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
  • U.S. Person required - Job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware (directly or indirectly) and the company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
  • Must have experience as a flammability DER, ODA UM or PSP staff member or experience working under PSP authority.
  • Must have working knowledge of FAA, EASA rules and regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, standards, etc. related to aircraft seat certification and installation with emphasis on aircraft interiors structural requirements.
  • Must have experience of TC, STC, PMA or TSO certification processes.
  • Must have experience of materials and processes commonly used in aircraft interiors design.
Qualifications we prefer:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What we offer:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  • And more!


Learn More & Apply Now!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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