Certification Engineer I

Who we are: 

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight entertainment and communication products such as movies, games, live TV, WiFi and Internet services.  We’re also expanding our award-winning GEO connectivity network into the LEO space.  

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.  

If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.  

The Role:

Entry-level support of certification of In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems by managing certification related issues with various other departments.  Support preparing/providing technical documentation and coordinating/conducting various types of testing. Under guidance of Sr. Engineering Group.

Major Responsibilities:

Technical

• Generate Structural Test Plan, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis for various OEMs (Airframe manufactures) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as well as European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) per company work instructions.
• Interface and discuss and with senior certification engineer on Structural Test Plan/Procedure, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis.

   

• Ability to create a Finite Element Model in PATRAN/MSc NASTRAN of a large monument, shroud, avionics rack, bracket/fitting, etc.

• Ability to run Nastran Solution 101 and 103, and interpreted the results.
• Ability to prepare stress analysis report, interface loads report, static test plan/report or vibration report.
• Ability to perform hands analysis for FEM validation.
• Review all related documentation [drawings, test plans, Enterprise Change Requests (ECRs), Enterprise Change Order (ECO), and Notice of Change (NOCs)] are technically accurate and consistent before release.

Testing

• Responsible for the successful completion of qualification tests in a timely manner.
• Review and support for technical correctness, accuracy, and release of qualification reports as well as substantiation documentation within established work instructions and processes.
• Learn to perform pre-qualification (engineering tests) to identify failures during product development and provide technical solutions to problems

Project Management

• Report progress on Design and Development schedules and assigned tasks working with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and Engineering Managers.
• Work with senior certification engineer on technical approach, qualification plan, and priority.

The pay range of $31.73 - $53.85 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.  

Education / Experience Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, System Engineer, Civil engineer,  Physics, Materials Science or equivalent degree. Masters preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in certification process

Knowledge Skills / Requirements:

• Ability to study and understand detailed mechanical drawings and exploded views.
• Ability to multi-task between projects.
• Familiar with Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier certification and Airworthiness requirements pertaining to Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity, Structural Test Plan, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel to Japan and other domestic and international locations approximately 5% of the time.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude 

What We Offer: 

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.

• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked. 

• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP. 

• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1. 

• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program. 
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program. 

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate. 

#LI-hybrid

Education / Experience Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, System Engineer, Civil engineer,  Physics, Materials Science or equivalent degree. Masters preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in certification process

Knowledge Skills / Requirements:

• Ability to study and understand detailed mechanical drawings and exploded views.
• Ability to multi-task between projects.
• Familiar with Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier certification and Airworthiness requirements pertaining to Flammability, Smoke and Toxicity, Structural Test Plan, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel to Japan and other domestic and international locations approximately 5% of the time.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude 

What We Offer: 

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.

• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked. 

• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP. 

• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1. 

• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program. 
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program. 

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate. 

#LI-hybrid

Major Responsibilities:

Technical

• Generate Structural Test Plan, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis for various OEMs (Airframe manufactures) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as well as European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) per company work instructions.
• Interface and discuss and with senior certification engineer on Structural Test Plan/Procedure, Qualification Plan, and establishing Qualification Basis.

   

• Ability to create a Finite Element Model in PATRAN/MSc NASTRAN of a large monument, shroud, avionics rack, bracket/fitting, etc.

• Ability to run Nastran Solution 101 and 103, and interpreted the results.
• Ability to prepare stress analysis report, interface loads report, static test plan/report or vibration report.
• Ability to perform hands analysis for FEM validation.
• Review all related documentation [drawings, test plans, Enterprise Change Requests (ECRs), Enterprise Change Order (ECO), and Notice of Change (NOCs)] are technically accurate and consistent before release.

Testing

• Responsible for the successful completion of qualification tests in a timely manner.
• Review and support for technical correctness, accuracy, and release of qualification reports as well as substantiation documentation within established work instructions and processes.
• Learn to perform pre-qualification (engineering tests) to identify failures during product development and provide technical solutions to problems

Project Management

• Report progress on Design and Development schedules and assigned tasks working with Project Managers, Team Leaders, and Engineering Managers.
• Work with senior certification engineer on technical approach, qualification plan, and priority.

The pay range of $31.73 - $53.85 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.