Responsibilities:
- Certification:
- Coordinate and manage certification projects to ensure the successful issuance of Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) of in-flight connectivity systems
- Oversee and manage the process of obtaining and maintaining the necessary FAA certifications for aircraft, equipment, personnel and operations.
- Coordinate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, such as engineers, designers, manufacturers, customers, regulators, auditors and inspectors.
- Review and approve technical documentation as necessary.
- Maintain strong relationships with our ODA and engineering partners to ensure timely delivery of STC projects.
- Support LRU, installation conformities and prototype installations for STC programs.
- Support vendor and customer meetings as needed
- Process:
- Help Hughes develop the processes and tools appropriate to a world-class aviation design holder. These processes will touch all phases of the product development lifecycle including design, development/engineering, sourcing & vendor management, quality systems, supply chain, product & customer support as well as the regulatory relationship.
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Prior experience of FAA Parts 21, 25, 145, etc. as relates to IFE and IFEC systems.
- This position requires occasional travel up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications:
- DER (or equivalent) certification
- A thorough knowledge of the aviation standards and regulations, and the certification processes and procedures.
- Familiarity with the FAA STC process and its agreements with other international aviation authorities (EASA, DGCA, etc)
- Experience in guiding STC programs.
- Ability to influence a variety of stakeholders to establish technical concurrence.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
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EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
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Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
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Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
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Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
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Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.
