Certification Test Engineer

Step into a high-impact role where your expertise ensures the safety and reliability of cutting-edge avionics and aircraft power systems. As a Certification Test Engineer, you'll lead the testing and FAA certification of electrical equipment—from prototype evaluation to final approval. Work hands-on with advanced test equipment, interface with regulatory standards, and drive the certification process that gets real technology off the ground and into the skies.

Requirements:

• 3+ years in testing and certifying electrical equipment, preferably in aerospace or similar regulated industries.
• Proficient with oscilloscopes, DVMs, data acquisition systems, and general electrical lab equipment.
• Familiarity with FAA TSO, STC, PMA processes, and standards like DO-160, DO-311A, MIL-STD-810/461.
• High school diploma or GED required; engineering degree preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Duties:

• Plan, execute, and document tests to ensure compliance with FAA and industry standards.
• Author test plans, procedures, and reports to support regulatory certification activities.
• Build test setups, assist with prototype evaluation, and operate test equipment in a hands-on lab environment.
• Coordinate with external test labs and internal teams to support project timelines and goals.
•  Provide testing expertise for production and evaluate new technologies to enhance product safety and reliability.

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000