Engineering

Certification Engineer

  • Location

    Basel

  • Sector:

    Aerospace

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Ben Clapham

  • Contact email:

    b.clapham@ioassociates.eu

  • Job ref:

    BBBH146596_1726499802

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the Certification Basis is fully aligned with the product, system, or installation, applying all relevant rules, regulations, Means of Compliance, and interpretations correctly.
  • Maintain strong internal communication and coordination with external Third Parties.
  • Serve as the Certification Engineer, overseeing compliance and certification processes.

Main Activities

  • Lead and manage certification activities for outfitting and modification projects, coordinating between the Office of Airworthiness, Compliance Verification Engineers, Engineering Department, and external stakeholders like Air Authorities, Subcontractors, and DERs.
  • Prepare certification documentation, including Certification Plans, Compliance Sheets, Master Data Lists, Design Change Classifications, and STC Applications.
  • Conduct reviews of technical aircraft documentation and manage coordination efforts for operational aspects such as registration changes, aircraft imports/exports, and compliance with JAR OPS 1 (EU OPS).
  • Provide support to the Head of Design Organisation and the Chief of Office of Airworthiness in both administrative and organizational tasks.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Senior Engineer qualification with extensive experience and education in aviation engineering and design.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: Electrical, Avionics, Systems, or Mechanical engineering.
  • Familiarity with various approval procedures such as EASA Part 21, CS, JAR, and FAR.
  • Proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong communication skills in English, with German or French as a bonus.
  • A proactive, team-oriented professional with a focus on achieving objectives.
  • Committed to delivering high standards of quality, reliability, and safety.