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SUMMARY

The Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Administrator is responsible and accountable and has authority to successfully oversight STC projects on behalf of the FAA, advising and working closely with the STC Applicant team. When these STC projects are completed per FAA and ODA manual requirements, then the STC Administrator signs and issues the new or Amended STC documents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide oversight specific STC design approval programs in adherence to all FAA and Aloft ODA approved processes and procedures including:
• Coordinate ODA Unit Member (UM) assignments, training and guidance.
• Resolve project related issues to meet aircraft delivery schedules.
• With Certification, Engineering and Program Management and staff, review and approve project Plans, compliance checklists, substantiation lists, unit member assignments, exemptions, issue papers, special conditions, and other necessary certification documentation.
• Schedule and chair FAA board meetings in support of STC projects.
• Interface with the FAA for assigned projects.
• Work closely with Certification to ensure an Applicant showing of compliance and the ODA finding of compliance for assigned STC projects.
• Under the Lead ODA Administrator, ensure the optimum certification and engineering methods are applied to achieve regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to Program management, Certification, Engineering, Quality and Sales on regulatory issues, both FAA and Foreign Civil Aviation Authority.
• Obtain lead ODA Administrator concurrence on approaches to regulatory issues resolution and requirements, compliance and when necessary present ODA positions to the appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Engage appropriate technical resources to support and/or develop corporate policies, procedures, and strategies for complying with regulatory requirements.
• Document actions by completing all required time keeping records.
• Complete initial / recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as subject matter expert; Provide training, guidance, and mentorship for the team.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual employed in this position is expected to dress appropriately (determined by area in which their work is performed), report to work on time, have excellent work habits, and have a cooperative and positive attitude in the work setting; exhibits respect and professionalism when interacting with customers, and all employees; must adhere to company policies, procedures and safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8 to 10 years’ experience in aircraft certification programs leading to the issuance of a Type Certificate (TC) or STC including experience with certification methods or processes.
• Experience in ODA processes and procedures used in design data approval of major alterations, as well as correctly applying the various FAA certification methods to a given project are preferred.
• Existing Engineering or Inspection designee, and ODA administrator a plus.
• Continued membership as a UM is subject to the current needs of the ODA, employee action to maintain current training and qualifications, demonstrated care, judgment, integrity, and superior performance.
• An established strong working relationship with the FAA and / or other regulatory agencies preferred.
• Must be in good standing with regards with the FAA in this and future requirements.
• Must be able to meet the requirements contained in FAA Order 8100.15 to act as an ODA administrator, subject to approval by the ODA FAA OMT.
• Knowledge of the Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, specifically parts 21, 23, 25, 26, 27, 29; and experience at making compliance findings.
• Must demonstrate unquestionable integrity and compliance with regulatory and internal / external policies, processes and procedures
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, when needed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Read, write and understand the English language.
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret complex technical documents, engineering drawings, regulations, procedures and manuals.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) or Designated Engineering Representative (DER).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist.

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Standard office environment.
• Infrequent exposure to noise, smells, dust and fumes typically associated in an industrial manufacturing / aviation environment.
• Occasional, general proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical and chemical.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.