Qualification & Certification Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Qualification & Certification Engineer to join a major player in the aeronautics industry in Basel, Switzerland .

The position focuses on the qualification and compliance of airborne electronic equipment , covering both software and hardware .

This is primarily a qualification, certification and project coordination role , rather than a pure software development or test execution position.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead aeronautical equipment qualification projects from requirements definition through final compliance evidence
• Identify applicable requirements and establish qualification and verification plans
• Coordinate external test campaigns, suppliers, test laboratories and internal engineering teams
• Prepare equipment and technical documentation for qualification testing
• Write and review Qualification Plans, Qualification Reports, Test Reports and Technical Justifications
• Analyse non-conformities and follow corrective actions through resolution
• Ensure full traceability between requirements, testing activities and compliance evidence
• Review and challenge supplier documentation and test results
• Support the qualification of both COTS equipment and internally developed equipment

Technical Requirements

• Strong experience with DO-160 and environmental qualification of airborne equipment
• Solid knowledge of DO-178 / DO-178B / DO-178C for airborne software
• Solid knowledge of DO-254 for airborne electronic hardware
• Knowledge of DO-313 would be a plus
• Experience with CE conformity and/or FCC requirements would be an additional advantage
• Previous experience in qualification, certification, compliance or verification within the aerospace/aviation industry
• Good understanding of both software and hardware qualification

Your Profile

• Engineering degree in Electronics, Embedded Systems, Aeronautics, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience , ideally 5 to 10+ years
• Hands-on experience with aeronautical equipment qualification and/or certification
• Ability to independently manage qualification activities and coordinate multiple stakeholders
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, engineering teams and external test facilities
• Strong technical English, both written and spoken
• Autonomous, rigorous and comfortable taking ownership of qualification topics

Key Information

📍 Location: Basel, Switzerland

✈️ Industry: Aeronautics / Aviation

⚙️ Expertise: Equipment Qualification & Certification

📋 Standards: DO-160 | DO-178 | DO-254 | DO-313

💻 Scope: Software & Hardware

🚀 Start Date: ASAP