What are the responsibilities and job description for the ODA/Certification Project Engineer II position at Leonardo?
Leonardo Helicopters is a multinational company, producing helicopters deployed in more than 150 countries across the globe. Leonardo Helicopters’ U.S. headquarters has been in Philadelphia since 1980 and is home to a world-class production facility, maintenance center, training academy and stellar engineering team. We offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits with a free healthcare option, 401k match, generous paid time off and much more.
Summary:
Responsibility for ensuring that the ODA processes, procedures, and training comply with the FAA Order 8100.15 and 14 CFR 21.183. Position requires versatility to include high level understanding of aircraft design, analysis, testing, system safety, manufacturing inspection, FAA regulations and project management. Monitor Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) or ODA Unit Members (UM) workloads, schedules, and allocations. Support Technical Leaders to resolve certification issues through discussions with authorities/UMs/DERs.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing and maintaining ODA manual, UM charts, training material, presentations, and meeting minutes.
- Track and monitor Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) or ODA Unit Members (UM) workloads, schedules, and allocations.
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor all assigned projects.
- Review technical certification documents for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Monitor compliance in all areas.
- Oversee the record keeping and support the internal and external audits.
- Interface with Engineering, Production, Operation, DER/DMIR/DAR/Ums, Quality and FAA on certification projects.
Education:
- BS degree in Engineering or related. MS degree is preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years experience in aircraft certification projects in technical or project engineering capacity.
- Knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, testing, system safety, approval, FAA certification, manufacturing, inspection, service and continued operational safety.
