Flammability Certification Engineer II (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-06-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-190 ~ 190 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 190

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Join Our Team as a Flammability Certification Engineer!

Are you ready to ignite your engineering career with an exhilarating opportunity? We're seeking a passionate Flammability Certification Engineer to join our dynamic team, where innovation and excellence are the driving forces behind everything we do. At Collins Aerospace, we're pioneers in aviation, dedicated to crafting premium products that soar above the rest. As a Flammability Certification Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our products meet and exceed the highest safety standards, empowering us to continue leading the industry.

In this pivotal position, you'll dive deep into the heart of aviation engineering, spearheading the research, planning, and execution of FAA certification processes for commercial aircraft seats and seating components. As part of our esteemed Main Cabin Flammability Certification team, you'll champion Seating products, shaping the future of luxury air travel.

We are all responsible for living the Collins Aerospace tenets of safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation; our values and key behaviors drive our actions, how we treat each other and how we perform to create a safer, more connected world.

This is an onsite role in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

What you will do: 

• Engineering Excellence: Tackle standard engineering assignments with finesse, utilizing your expertise to drive impactful solutions and design decisions.
• Technical Leadership: Lead the charge in internal technical and design reviews, representing our Flammability Certification team with confidence and expertise.
• Regulatory Compliance: Compile meticulous FAA certification documentation, ensuring seamless submission to commercial aircraft OEM's and regulatory agencies.
• Innovation and Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, providing invaluable technical leadership and guidance to ensure project success.

Qualifications you must have:  

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Our agreement with the FAA requires a bachelor’s degree focused in one of the following disciplines: mechanical, aeronautical, civil, chemical, textile, or other relevant engineering.
• Must be a U.S. Person - Job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware (directly or indirectly) and the company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and productively with team members and cross functional teams.
• Ability to work proficiently in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Working knowledge of FAA, EASA rules and regulations, policy memos, guidance materials, standards, etc. related to aircraft seat certification with emphasis on aircraft interiors requirements.
• Experience of TC, STC, PMA or TSO certification processes.
• Experience of materials and processes commonly used in aircraft interiors design.
• Prior working experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.
• Prior experience reviewing and approving drawings.
• Ability to work proficiently in engineering related software programs.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program