At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company, we’ve been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for both the civil and military aviation. In the role of Airworthiness & Certification Engineer, you will contribute to the development of a Design Organization aligned with the Company’s strategy and compliant with EASA Part 21 requirements. You will contribute to ensuring that the Companys Design Management System is kept aligned with regulatory updates in both civil (EASA Part-21) and military (ITA MoD AER (EP).P-21) jurisdictions.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
The candidate will be directly responsible for actively support the design teams during the entire life cycle (NPI and fielded products) by establishing strong collaboration with Avio Aero Sections and GE Aerospace sites to:
contribute with internal / external customers in defining and executing the certification plans for NPI and changes to fielded products ensuring the initial airworthiness
contribute to cross-functional teams to improve or resolve manufacturing, suppliers’, or field issues ensuring the continued airworthiness
contribute to cross-functional teams in cost reduction, problem solving and quality initiatives
meet NPI milestones
meet on time delivery of internal/external customers’ requests
prepare and present at Technical Reviews
You will collaborate with Airworthiness Authority and/or Industry working groups to defining the state of the art in Airworthiness and Certification to anticipate, develop and apply technology to current and future business opportunities. You will contribute to assessing the implication of the innovative technologies on the certification with focus on regulatory novelty and technology maturation.
On a need basis, you will collaborate with ODA - Regulation & Certification Engineers (RCEs) for programs under FAA jurisdiction and you will contribute to the Company Independent System Monitoring (ISM) during audit campaigns.
Qualifications/Requirements
Master’s degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering
Experience in an engineering position
Consolidated knowledge of turbomachinery and rotorcraft and relevant design requirements
Basic knowledge of regulatory requirements in EU (CS-E, CS-27, CS-29) and EASA Part-21 basic principles
Basic knowledge of conventional and special machining processes (drilling, turning, milling, broaching, shot peening, EDM, ECM, etc.)
Familiarity with GE Aerospace / GE Avio organization and products
Never-ending learning attitude and a System thinking mentality
Problem Solver
Self-directed and motivated
Open mindset and strong attitude to work in team
Solid interpersonal skills
Capability to work in a dynamic and international environment
Fluency in English and Italian (speaking and writing/reading)
Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required
Desired Characteristics
Awareness of Regulatory Specifications in US jurisdiction (FAA /FAR)
Familiarity with Regulatory and International Standards
Basic knowledge of design criteria
Solid oral and written communication skills
Solid leadership skills
Passionate, curious, and enthusiastic for engineering challenges
What we offer
Smart working and work life-balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.
Total Rewards
At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:
Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
Flexible benefits platform
GE Aviation share plan
Life and injury insurance
Medical cover
Employee assistant program
Employee special awards (service and recognition)
Local special agreements and discounts
English and languages training for you and one member of your family
Technical, Leadership and development trainings
Inclusion & Diversity
Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.
We are not all the same. Just be Yourself AvioAero!
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
