Qualification Engineer

Summary

The Qualification Engineer leads qualification testing for standard and custom hardware and software systems. They develop test procedures, assess required equipment, and may help build or modify test fixtures. This role also supports regulatory processes to ensure product readiness for qualification testing.

Core Responsibilities

Collaborate with Design and Software teams to identify support equipment necessary for successful performance verification during formal qualification testing

Draft qualification test procedures and reports (QTP and QTR), as well as other documents required to qualify various LRUs

Facilitate contract execution with third-party laboratories to secure resources, test facilities, and coordinate with regulatory agencies

Monitor, coordinate, and manage all activities related to the execution of the formal qualification test program, including

Setting and maintaining the test schedule

Integrating test lab and support equipment

Coordinating with regulatory authorities

Providing regular status reports

Conduct research, including root cause analysis, to support the development of Failure Reporting and Corrective Action (FRACA) documentation for test failure conditions and recovery plans

Represent the company and liaise with the FAA and company suppliers

Interfaced with Boeing, Airbus and others regarding LRU qualification

Perform technical review of QTPs and QTRs and provide feedback to other junior team members

Provide mentorship and training to junior team members

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

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

6+ years of experience in a similar role

Experience in an AS9100 quality environment

Background in a test environment with a focus on meeting authorities' and OEM requirements, as well as industry standards

Familiarity with FAA Part 25 and EASA CS Part 25 requirements for airborne IFE equipment

Proficiency in industry-standard RTCA and airframe qualification requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Thorough understanding of Electrical/EMI test procedures, challenges, and mitigation techniques

Hands-on experience with:

Temperature and pressure chambers

Vibration and Acceleration test equipment

EMI test setup and wiring

Feedback devices like accelerometers and thermocouples

Experience interfacing with OEMs regarding product qualification

Benefits

The pay range of $112,000 - 146,000 per year reflects multiple levels. The final base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position offered, skills, years of experience, job-related knowledge, and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace 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 a 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