Senior ODA Admin/Engineer

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Springfield, IL, USA
In-Office
157K-236K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Lead ODA certification activities, ensuring FAA compliance with ODA procedures and regulatory requirements. Manage certification projects as the customer point of contact, develop certification plans and supporting documentation, maintain compliance data for STC projects, coordinate technical reviews, mentor team members, and manage multiple deadlines. The role requires extensive FAA airworthiness and management experience, knowledge of applicable 14 CFR regulations, strong communication and planning skills, up to 25% travel, and availability for occasional off-hours work.
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Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure product safety and compliance.

As an ODA Engineer, you will be the keystone for the ODA organization. You will provide direction and general guidance to your ODA certification team. You will ensure FAA compliance with established ODA procedures and regulators requirements. 

  • Plan and execute technical activities in accordance with StandardAero’s ODA manual and customer requirements.
  • Serve as project manager for ODA programs acting as single point of contact for the customer.
    Interface and communicate with StandardAero ODA members, the FAA, vendors and customers as necessary.
  • Develop, edit and contribute to supporting documents relating to certification activities.
  • Attend project meetings and assume responsibility for assigned action items.
  • Develop and execute certification plans to support modification projects.
  • Develop and maintain the MDL for STC projects.
  • Manage project certification compliance.
  • Conduct and coordinate design and program review meetings.
  • Mentor on certification requirements, processes and procedures.
  • Assist others within the department as required.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

  • The ODA Administrator must possess demonstrated integrity in their experience with the FAA. 
  • The ODA Administrator must have technical experience with the functions performed under the ODA and a broad range of management experience.
  • Must have at least five years of working experience with the FAA on projects similar to those authorized under the ODA.  This experience must include various levels of technical airworthiness responsibilities and experience, and management experience in one or more technical disciplines.
  • Must have comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulations, policies and procedures applicable to the ODA functions.
  • Must have sounds judgement and integrity.
  • Must have sufficient technical knowledge, training, skill and experience for an STC ODA.
  • Experience working with 14 CFR Parts 21, 23, 25, 27 and 29.
  • Be able to work either alone or as a team to solve problems.
  • Must be able to promote a team environment.
  • Must be able to work off schedule hours & weekends as required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical aviation discipline or equivalent directly related work experience.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organization and planning skills. Must be able to look ahead, anticipate problems and proactively address issues. Must be able to handle multiple projects and multiple deadlines.
  • Travel up to 25%
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Walk throughout the facility.
  • Work in a sitting position for long periods of time at a computer terminal.
  • Think clearly, logically, and analytically.
  • Write and speak English clearly and intelligibly.

Preferred Characteristics:

  • Preference given to candidates with an existing FAA delegation. i.e. DER/DAR

Salary: $157,312 - 235,968

The compensation package for this position also includes a performance-based cash and equity incentives. Actual pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits that make life better:

  • Comprehensive Healthcare
  • 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
  • Paid Time Off starting on day one
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Learning & Training opportunities

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Skills Required

  • Demonstrated integrity and experience working with the FAA
  • Technical experience with ODA functions and broad management experience
  • At least five years of FAA project experience similar to ODA-authorized projects
  • Experience with technical airworthiness responsibilities and management in one or more technical disciplines
  • Comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to ODA functions
  • Technical knowledge, training, skill, and experience sufficient for an STC ODA
  • Experience with 14 CFR Parts 21, 23, 25, 27, and 29
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical aviation discipline or equivalent directly related work experience
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong organization and planning skills, including managing multiple projects and deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to work off-schedule hours and weekends as required
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
  • Authorization to work in the United States
  • Ability to walk throughout the facility and sit at a computer terminal for long periods
  • Clear English written and verbal communication
  • Existing FAA delegation, such as DER or DAR

StandardAero Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about StandardAero and has not been reviewed or approved by StandardAero.

  • Retirement Support Provides a 401(k) and has added an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and an Incentive Award (equity) plan, expanding long-term savings and ownership options. These programs complement base pay with additional wealth-building mechanisms.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Includes PTO, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, military leave, and parental leave, with some roles accruing PTO that can increase with service. Eligibility for benefits typically begins the first day of the month after hire, indicating structured access to time-off programs.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Offers tuition assistance, job training/conferences, company events, and an Employee Assistance Program as part of a comprehensive package. The inclusion of learning support and EAP provides development and wellbeing resources beyond core insurance and retirement.

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The Company
HQ: Scottsdale, AZ
2,740 Employees
Year Founded: 1911

What We Do

StandardAero has become one of the aerospace industry’s largest independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. Our company’s success is the outgrowth of the synergistic merger of businesses with complementary specialties that have exponentially increased our capabilities and generated unprecedented customer commitment and value. StandardAero offers extensive MRO services and custom solutions for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, and industrial power customers. Nearly 6,600 professional, administrative and technical employees work in more than 50 major facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe. Services include MRO for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams. StandardAero is owned by Carlyle, a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across four business segments: Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Credit, and Investment Solutions.

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