RTX
Senior Principal Certification Engineer
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Date Posted: 2026-07-17
Country: United Kingdom
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Position Role Type: Onsite
Title: Senior Principal Certification Engineer - Aftermarket
Location: Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, provides and sets the standard for technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve and support customers’ toughest requirements and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
The Senior Principal Engineer- Structural Engineering will serve as the subject matter expert for certification compliance and airworthiness, responsible for executing STC, PMA, UK CAA and OEM certification programs, developing certification strategy, and developing Structural Engineers within the organization. This is an onsite role in Leighton Buzzard, UK.
What you will do
- Defines standards and implements processes for certification and airworthiness within the engineering organization.
- Executes certification compliance campaigns for programs related to commercial aircraft interior upgrades.
- Partners with regulators, aircraft OEMs and organizations across Collins on certification strategies to enable and grow the aftermarket business.
- Coordinates with management to develop training plans, and mentors team members for discipline advancement.
- Reviews and approves test plans, reports, compliance documents, and witnesses testing.
- Conducts root cause analysis, participates in and facilitates continuous improvement activities to improve performance.
- Identifies and reacts to complex project problems, develops and implements solutions.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Experience & Qualifications we prefer:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.
- Experience working in aerospace environment is essential, ideally within In Service/Aftermarket.
- Extensive Experience with aircraft OEM, FAA and/or EASA aircraft certification processes.
- M1020 Signatory experience is also essential
- Experience in the design and certification of mechanical and electrical systems for commercial aircraft interior products.
- Current EASA/ UK CVE or Company equivalent within Part 25.
What You Will Learn:
Professional Development:
- Gain access to company-sponsored certifications and training programs,
- Mentorship and guidance from industry leaders,
- Opportunities to develop your leadership skills by driving exciting high-impact projects and initiatives.
- Thrive in a culture of continuous learning and innovation, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Scheme
- Car allowance
- Fantastic pension scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Income Protection
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- The ability to buy holidays
- A cycle to work scheme & other great employee discounts
At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills