Propulsion Engineer 6
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Propulsion Engineer (Level 6) for a contract opportunity in Everett, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Bachelors degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or related engineering discipline.
20+ years of relevant experience in aircraft certification and/or propulsion, fuel systems, or APU engineering on commercial transport programs.
Demonstrated experience interfacing with FAA and EASA certification authorities and working on complex compliance efforts.
Proven track record of developing and executing certification plans and closing certification findings.
Strong knowledge of aircraft systems integration, verification methods (analysis, test, inspection), requirements traceability, and safety assessment processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical justification to regulators and senior leadership.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a program environment.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and advise major applicant (ATC) certification efforts for Client Commercial Airplanes (BCA) development and production programs responsible for Main Engines, Fuel Systems, and APUs safety and compliance. Drive certification strategy, ensure compliance with FAA, EASA and other applicable regulatory authorities, and coordinate across program management, engineering SMEs, suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver complete, high quality certification artifacts on schedule and within scope. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
Develop and execute certification plans and strategies for complex propulsion and fuel-related changes and projects across development and production programs.
Collaborate with program management to prioritize workload, define scope of work, and produce realistic certification schedules and milestones.
Lead cross-functional certification teams and represent the applicant in interactions with regulatory authorities (FAA, EASA, etc.), providing technical rationale, status updates, and negotiation support.
Review, approve, and ensure completeness and quality of engineering artifacts (requirements, compliance matrices, test plans, verification reports, safety assessments, certification plans, etc.).
Ensure traceability between requirements, design, verification, and certification deliverables; verify that verification/validation activities adequately demonstrate compliance.
Coordinate with system subject matter experts, avionics/airframe/propulsion teams, suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and operations to ensure technical accuracy and timely closure of certification issues.
Identify certification risks and open items early; propose and drive mitigation strategies to closure.
Support preparation for and participate in regulatory audits, conformity reviews, and certification milestones.
Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced engineers on certification processes, regulatory expectations, and engineering artifacts.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor's and 20 or more years' experience, Master's with 18 or more years' experience or PhD with 15 or more years' experience) In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
TRAVEL
Possible Domestic travel, less than 25% of time.
WORK HOURS
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Job Location: Everett, WA
Rate: Up to $129.34 DOE
Duration: 6 Months
Input Date: 12/04/2025
Last Updated: 12/05/2025
Attention: Kevin Suk
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: ksuk@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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