Flammability Certification Engineer II

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Flammability certification engineer ensuring Collins Aerospace aircraft seats meet FAA safety standards. Leading certification documentation, technical reviews, and cross-functional engineering for commercial aviation interiors.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,900 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats, with strong proficiency in engineering principles and collaboration within cross-functional teams. Possesses a solid understanding of relevant regulations and standards, along with experience in materials and processes for aircraft interiors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

FAA Certification ProcessesEngineering-Related Software ProficiencyExperience with TC, STC, PMA, or TSO CertificationKnowledge of FAA and EASA RegulationsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

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Hard Skills

FAA Certification ProcessesEngineering-Related Software ProficiencyExperience with TC, STC, PMA, or TSO CertificationKnowledge of FAA and EASA RegulationsMechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringMaterials and Processes for Aircraft InteriorsReviewing and Approving DrawingsTechnical Documentation CompilationDesign Decision Making

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical LeadershipEffective CommunicationTeamworkProductivity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustryAircraft InteriorsFlammability CertificationCommercial Aircraft OEMsRegulatory Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, plan, and execute FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats and seating components
Perform standard engineering assignments and drive design decisions
Lead internal technical and design reviews for the Flammability Certification team
Compile FAA certification documentation for submission to commercial aircraft OEMs and regulatory agencies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership and guidance
Support Seating products within the Main Cabin Flammability Certification team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field
Required bachelor’s degree focused on mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or other relevant engineering under the FAA agreement
Must be a U.S. Person
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and productively with team members and cross-functional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
Working knowledge of FAA and EASA rules, regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, and standards related to aircraft seat certification preferred
Experience with TC, STC, PMA, or TSO certification processes preferred
Experience with materials and processes used in aircraft interiors design preferred
Prior aerospace industry experience, specifically with aircraft interiors, preferred
Prior experience reviewing and approving drawings preferred
Proficiency in engineering-related software programs preferred
No security clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution
Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection coverage
Birth, adoption, and 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
Flexible work schedules
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs