Qualification Engineer

Job Summary:

The Qualification Engineer performs formal qualification test activities for standard and custom hardware and software systems. This individual supports the development of procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance and assists in the evaluation of test equipment required to verify product performance during qualification tests. The Qualification Engineer may assist in the construction or modification of test fixtures. This individual may also support the formal regulatory process related to product qualification test lab readiness. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interface with Design and Software groups to identify support equipment needed to successfully execute performance verification and ATP during formal qualification testing 

• Collect data for the development of Qualification Test Procedures needed to demonstrate product compliance to established requirements 

• Participate and support Design engineers during the engineering/pre-qualification testing activity at the lab 

• Facilitate third-party laboratories purchase orders and invoices 

• Monitor, coordinate and manage all activities related to the execution of formal qualification test program including, but not limited to: 

• Test schedule (chronological order of test activities) 

• Set up and integration of test lab and support equipment 

• Regularly-scheduled status reports 

• Collect test lab data, review lab report, and create Qualification Test Reports needed to demonstrate compliance to the established requirements 

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned 

• Provide guidance to fellow team members 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field 

• 3+ years of experience working in a similar role 

• Experience working in a AS9100 quality environment 

• 3+ years of experience in a test environment with emphasis on satisfying the authorities & OEM requirements as well as other industry standards 

• Familiarization with FAA Part 25 and EASA CS Part 25 requirements related to airborne IFE equipment 

• In-depth working knowledge of industry-standard RTCA and airframe qualification requirements 

• In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Office  

• Hands-on experience with Electrical/EMI and ENV test procedures potential challenges and mitigation techniques 

• Represent the company and interface with the FAA and company suppliers 

• Hands-on experience with: 

• Temperature and pressure chambers 

• Vibration and Acceleration test equipment 

• EMI test set up and wiring 

• Feedback devices such as accelerometers and thermocuples 

The base pay offered will vary depending on the level of the position offered, skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.

Qualification Engineer II - $96-105K

Senior Qualification Engineer - $110-120K

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, Safran Passenger Innovations offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

• A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
• Discretionary bonus program
• Future financial security with a 401(k) program with company match
• Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
• Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off