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Certification Engineer
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: RH10, Northgate, West Sussex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Certification Engineer
We’re entering an exciting new phase of growth — and we’re looking for a highly skilled, compliance-driven Certification Engineer to help us deliver the next generation of business class aircraft seating.
In this pivotal role as our Certification Engineer, you’ll lead certification activities from concept to delivery, ensuring our designs meet the rigorous standards of EASA, FAA, and CAA authorities. If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and seeing your expertise take flight, this is the role for you.
Unum Aircraft Seating; Reliably comfortable, responsibly made.
* Salary: Competitive
* Location: Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 / Hybrid
Some of our outstanding company benefits;
* Competitive pension scheme(s)
* Electric car scheme
* Employee discount access
* Cycle to work scheme
* 25 Days holiday + bank holidays
* 1pm finish on a Friday
What you will be doing as our Certification Engineer
* Lead and coordinate certification programs across our business class seating projects.
* Develop, review, and approve key certification documentation, including Certification Plans, Compliance Matrices, Test Plans, and Substantiation Reports.
* Collaborate with regulatory authorities (EASA, FAA, TCCA) and our internal DOA teams to achieve seamless certification.
* Support Design and Stress teams in developing compliant, airworthy solutions.
* Manage the certification schedule, ensuring on-time delivery to program milestones.
* Interpret and apply airworthiness regulations (CS-25, 14 CFR Part 25) to design and test activities.
* Engage with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to define robust certification strategies.
* Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your technical insight and regulatory expertise.
What You’ll Bring as our Certification Engineer
Must-Haves;
* Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with significant experience in aerospace certification engineering.
* In-depth understanding of EASA Part 21J and FAA Part 25 certification processes.
* Proven track record in developing certification documentation and managing compliance.
* Experience in aircraft interiors or seating systems (structure, HIC, flammability, crashworthiness, etc.).
* Strong grasp of CS-25, ACs/AMCs, TSOs, and ETSO requirements.
* A collaborative team driven approach with strong organisational and project management skills.
Nice-to-Haves
* Experience working within a DOA/ADAO environment.
* Exposure to OEM or Tier 1 supplier programs.
* Understanding of FST and crashworthiness testing.
* Knowledge of composite and metallic structure certification.
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent registration.
Don’t miss your chance to be considered as our Certification Engineer, apply now so we can find out more about you!
Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database. Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details. If your application is successful, we will reach out to you in due course.
Unum Aircraft Seating is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and respected. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencing employment.
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