Senior Software Certification Engineer - Aviation Compliance Specialist at Garmin International in Chandler, Arizona

Job Description:

We are seeking a full-time Senior Software Certification Engineer for our Chandler, AZ location.  In this role, you will be responsible for providing leadership and planning for software certification tasks carried out by Aviation SQA/Support team including document creation, software process auditing and potentially data approval, in support of TSO authorization of product.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Audit TSO project data to ensure compliance with internal Garmin processes and FAA reglations such that RTCA DO-178B/C requirements are met.


• Audit Type 2 LOA data to ensure compliance with internal Garmin processes and FAA regulations such that RCTA DO-200 and DO-200B requirements are met.


• Support internal and external audits by certification authorities.  


• Work with industry and certification authorities to develop new and change existing standards related to article certification such as TSO.


• Interface directly with certification authorities at times.


• Maintain knowledge and collaborate with industry and certification authorities on developments in and best practice for the implementation of DO-178 compliance.


• Mentor future candidates for Garmin Aviation Compliance Specialists.


• Actively encourage  collaboration and professionalism in a team environment  with other Garmin associates and customers to achieve goals


• Make substantial contributions to certification of software products


• Provides technical input to certification plan and completion documents


• Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems including evaluation of new technologies to improve existing functions


• Demonstrates broad understanding of Garmin’s business model including Engineering, Operations, Finance, Sales & Marketing


• Serves as a mentor to less experienced Software Certification Engineers/Analysts (Software Certification Engineering or Analyst 1 & 2)


• Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner


• Exemplifies Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and proactively works to improve Garmin’s image and culture

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)


• Demonstrated proven track record in successfully executing projects of any scale or complexity


• Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of Garmin product lines, customers, processes and procedures


• Demonstrates proficient understanding of RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C process and working knowledge of other regulatory guidance for aviation software


• Past or current Software DER for RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C or equivalent role in TSO compliance finding for software

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.