QCM design GmbH, an EASA Part 21J Design Organisation, is looking for an:
Aircraft Structures Design Engineer / CVE (100%)
Location: Prague (CZ) or Vienna (AT)
QCM design Gmbh has been operational as an EASA Part 21J DOA since 2013. We are looking for a Structural Engineer with extensive certification experience. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, has significant experience with certification requirements, and working with Airworthiness Authorities through challenging and innovative design solutions.
Tasks & Duties:
Reporting to the Chief of Office of Airworthiness, you will be working with design teams, Airworthiness Authorities, and Industrial Partners to ensure that Certification Requirements are clearly cascaded, and compliance demonstrated.
Duties will be a wide range and varied and will include:
- Working with the QCM design structures team to:
- Develop and cascade the Initial and Continued Airworthiness requirements.
- Establish associated compliance strategies and means of compliance.
- Assist in the interpretation and efficient compliance demonstration of these requirements.
- Assist in design reviews and assist in developing solutions to ensure the design meets Airworthiness Authority and performance expectations.
- Support and review composite materials selection, characterization and testing to ensure optimal performance and dura
- Review and guide stress and design handbooks for composite parts and appliances including FEMs.
- Review the design of composite structures identifying areas of improvement and optimization.
- Collaborate with the manufacturing teams to provide guidelines on composite material layup, manufacturing techniques and assembly processes.
- Drive continued improvement initiatives for composite design methodologies, integrating best solutions and best practices.
- Review structures specifications for third parties.
- Developing and checking certification-related documents, including:
- Certification Plans, compliance plans and summaries (compliance checklist), Certification Review Items, and evidence supporting Equivalent Levels of Safety, Test Plans (including coordination with Authorities), Design and Analysis Reports
- Assisting in planning test campaigns and witnessing tests in order to demonstrate that applicable designs show compliance with airworthiness standards.
- Performing a CVE (of advantage) function for structures and ensuring consistency across the other structures CVEs during ongoing projects
Qualifications, Experience, & Terms:
- Experience in an EASA Part 21J design organization, or equivalent.
- Significant demonstrable experience of leading certification activities.
- Knowledge of Part 21 requirements and DOA associated processes.
- In-depth knowledge of processes and certification specifications relevant to the Design, Certification and Continuing Airworthiness. (CS 23, CS 25, CS 27 or equivalent)
- Deep knowledge and understanding of certification Guidelines, such as AMCs, AMC-20, FAA ACs.
- Proven experience with AMC 20-29, FAA AC 20-107B and/or CMH-17.
- Proven experience with structural analysis, Finite Elements Model, structural testing and building block strategy.
- Held either CVE or DAR/DER signature rights (of advantage)
- Strong communication, planning and collaboration skills, experience with design teams and organisations.
- Educated to a degree level or higher in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Passionate about technology and thrive in a dynamic environment where flexibility is essential.
- Ability to apply your knowledge to vehicles of novel design and operational characteristics.
- Experience of RTCA, SAE, EUROCAE or ASTM applicable consensus standards.
- Experience working with multiple types of air vehicle, such as rotorcraft multirotor and fixed wing.
- Experience in STC Process activities.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office applications
- Familiar with CAD systems (preferably with Solid Edge) and methods of design (Wiring Diagrams) (of advantage)
- High level of English communication skills, both written and spoken
- Ability to work both independently and as part of an international team
- Willingness to travel and work on-site
Are you someone who is reliable, with a high attention to detail, strong leadership skills, and enjoy working in a highly demanding environment where every day is different? If so, you are the perfect candidate for the position.
One of the most important abilities we are looking for in a candidate is being proactive and taking initiative.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary package, with potential for overpayment based on qualifications and experience
- Dynamic and high-performing team environment, where every day presents exciting new challenges
- Comprehensive training and onboarding, with opportunities for further professional development in aviation & training
- Clear career pathways and ample opportunities for growth within the team
We look forward to receiving your complete application with an updated CV, a motivation letter and copies of any relevant licences and certificates in PDF format with the reference Aircraft Structures Design Engineer to: