Certification Engineer (Flammability)

🔥 Flammability Certification EngineerPathway to FAA DER (Designated Engineering Representative) 📍 Fort Worth, Texas (on-site) | Relocation support available 💰 $90,000 - $120,000 (increasing to $120,000 - $160,000+ upon DER authorisation)🚀 About the OpportunityiO Associates are partnered with a specialist aerospace testing organisation focused on flammability and fire certification for aircraft interiors and engine components.This is a genuinely unique opportunity for a certification engineer to step into a highly specialised environment and work towards becoming a Flammability DER, with a clear and supported pathway aligned to the Federal Aviation Administration.🔥 Why this role is differentClear route to FAA DER authorisation (typically within ~6 months, experience dependent)Direct involvement in real flammability testing and certification programmesWork at the intersection of test data, engineering, and regulatory complianceJoin a small, growing team (~7 people) where your contribution is highly visibleLong-term opportunity to progress into Certification Manager or DER leadership🛠️ What you'll be doingWriting certification test plans and reportsInterpreting and applying FAA flammability regulations (FAR 25.853 / 855 / 856)Analysing engineering drawings and materials to determine compliance requirementsCommunicating directly with customers on certification pathwaysConducting and/or witnessing flammability and fire testing of materialsSupporting compliance findings and approval documentationWhat to expectThis is a hands-on lab-based role, not a purely desk-based certification position.You will spend time in testing environments (heat, fumes, PPE provided)Periods of standing, test witnessing, and physical involvement are requiredAs part of a small team, you'll take on a variety of responsibilities beyond a traditional job scope👤 What we're looking forYou'll meet one of the following:Previous experience as a DER or Unit Member (UM); orEngineering degree + ~4 years' experience in aircraft flammability certification; or6+ years' experience in aircraft flammability certificationIn addition:Working knowledge of FAA flammability regulations (FAR 25.853 / 855 / 856)Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skillsExperience with technical writing and certification documentationComfortable working in a hands-on testing environmentProficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel📌 U.S. Citizenship is required, must be based in or willing to relocate to Fort Worth, Texas✈️ The bigger pictureThis role offers something rare:A direct pathway into becoming a Flammability DER within an organisation where certification is the core business, not a support function.You'll gain exposure to:Real FAA certification programmesEnd-to-end testing and compliance processesThe experience required to step into DER-level responsibilityIf you're currently working in certification and want a more hands-on, specialised route into DER authorisation, this is one of the most direct opportunities available.👉 Apply now or reach out to iO Associates for a confidential discussion.