Job Description Summary

The Turboprop Staff Certification Engineer plays a key role in supporting the H/M Series and Catalyst certification programs, including direct engagement with EASA and FAA. This position is responsible for continuous operational safety for the program and for developing the processes and procedures needed to efficiently produce high-quality certification deliverables.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the continuous operational safety process. Drive cross-functional alignment on containment and corrective action plans, ensuring timely issues closure.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to develop certification plans that meet regulatory requirements and program objectives.
• Support the Certification Manager by advising on efficient execution and prioritization of work.
• Develop and improve certification methods and processes to enhance quality and efficiency, including leveraging artificial intelligence applications where appropriate.
• Assess engine design changes against applicable regulatory standards and propose appropriate methods of compliance.
• Collaborate with regulatory authorities to discuss, align on, and finalize certification plans.
• Define and manage Certification Programs (CP), including reviewing required documentation, coordinating actions with authorities, and maintaining the Compliance Checklist.
• Provide regular status updates to regulatory authorities and internal leadership on certification program execution progress.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable deliverables for design and systems teams.
• Prepare certification test plans and reports to ensure compliance and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced experience in Engineering/Technology & Technical Regulations and Standards, with knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
• Experience with the certification of aircraft engines or similar aerospace products.
• Strong understanding of EASA (preferred) and FAA certification requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex problems.
• Proven ability to document, plan, and execute programs, along with established project management skills.

Desired Characteristics

• Systems engineering background

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees' wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone's psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards (Prague)

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:

• Annual Bonus up to 30% of your yearly salary
• Monthly contribution 6% from your base salary into your Cafeteria or Pension/Life Insurance
• Two weeks of paid time off above local law minimum (6 weeks of paid time off in total)
• Contribution to Multisport card - so you can do sports every day almost anywhere in the Czech Republic
• Health Days - massages, medical specialists, trainings, yoga mornings, vitamin packages and other
• Fresh vegetable and fruit in the workplace twice a week
• Private gym in the building (just for us)
• Meal vouchers (130 CZK/per day) fully covered by employer
• Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

SPB3

Relocation Assistance Provided: No