Certification Engineer (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Serve as a technical leader and primary regulatory interface, driving certification and production compliance for unmanned aircraft systems across global markets.
• Own conformity, airworthiness, and approval processes from early development through serial production, ensuring alignment with authority requirements.
• Act as the bridge between design, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to deliver certifiable and compliant products.
• Lead engagement with certification authorities (FAA, EASA, JCAB, ANAC), contributing to current programs and shaping future regulatory frameworks for UAS and eVTOL.
• Define certification basis, determine applicable means of compliance, and lead compliance demonstration across hardware, systems, and software domains.
• Support certification schedule planning by identifying technical milestones and aligning compliance efforts with overall program goals.
• Collaborate with the Certification Program Manager to track progress, escalate risks, and ensure technical readiness for regulatory reviews.
• Coordinate and approve conformity inspections, including First Article Inspections and configuration audits, ensuring product compliance with type design and production standards.
• Prepare and validate regulatory documentation (Certification Plans, test programs, compliance matrices, airworthiness substantiation reports) and support approval processes.
• Oversee continued airworthiness deliverables such as TSBs, ESBs, ICAs, and post-certification authority actions.
• Contribute to internal training and guidance to strengthen organizational knowledge in certification and compliance.
• Engage with industry standards bodies (e.g., ASTM, EUROCAE) to align Wingcopter’s roadmap with evolving regulatory and technical standards.

Your profile

• Master’s in Aerospace, Electrical, Avionics Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years in aircraft certification, airworthiness, or avionics systems (manned aviation background with adaptability to UAS/eVTOL)
• Direct experience with authorities (FAA, EASA, etc.) across design, production, and certification, including inspections and audits
• Practical knowledge of avionics, comms systems, and C2 links (e.g., SATCOM, LTE), with hardware/software integration and standards like DO-160/178/254
• Strong grasp of Part 21J/G, TSO/ETSO, and type design change management
• Familiar with production processes and their certification interfaces (e.g., FAI, config mgmt, deviation handling) and skilled in leading compliance efforts, from plans to final approval packages
• Experience or interest in standards development (e.g., ASTM, EUROCAE) for emerging aircraft technologies
• Fluent in English; other languages (e.g., German) a plus
• Proficient in MS Office, JIRA/Confluence, and ideally aviation tools like Teamcenter

What you bring as a perfect candidate

• You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
• You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
• You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.

What we'll offer

• A free parking space right at the office – for the days you come in.
• Enjoy attractiveemployee discounts withcorporate benefits on a variety of products and services.
• Join the fun at ouremployee events and team-building activities.
• Many of our roles offerremote work options andflexible hours to balance your life and work.
• Stay fit with access toEGYM Wellpass – your wellbeing is a priority.
• On two wheels to work? Take advantage of ourBusiness Bike option and commute the healthy way.

Why us?

• A motivated and supportive team , where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success.
• A fast-growing tech startup , where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
• A place where your ideas can take flight , allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up.
• Dedicated to your personal and professional growth , offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive.
• A company that values impact , where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.

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