Sr Principal Aerospace Engineer - Aircraft Certification

Sierra Nevada Corporation Inc

Not specified; annual incentive pyy based on perfo...
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Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
10+ years of relevant aerospace engineering experience
Ability to obtain and maintain secret u.s. security clearance
** Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Sr. Principal Aerospace Engineer specializing in aircraft certification for their ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance) business area. The role involves overseeing certification processes for innovative manned and unmanned aircraft systems, requiring extensive experience in aerospace engineering and FAA certification processes. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading certification efforts for the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President and Secretary of Defense.
  • The engineer will serve as the primary point of contact for the FAA and USAF, managing approvals and compliance documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
  • SNC offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, and tuition reimbursement.

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** Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Sr. Principal Aerospace Engineer specializing in aircraft certification for their ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance) business area. The role involves overseeing certification processes for innovative manned and unmanned aircraft systems, requiring extensive experience in aerospace engineering and FAA certification processes. **

Salary

Not specified; Annual incentive pay based on performance; Generous benefits including 401(k) match and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
  • 10+ years of relevant aerospace engineering experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with FAA certification projects
  • Background in Aerospace and Defense industry
  • Knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516 military criteria
  • Experience as an ODA UM or FAA DER
  • Expertise in Systems Safety Analysis or Cybersecurity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
  • U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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