The candidate will be expected to review life-cycle data, perform formal audits and produce the compliance data for software and/or (Airborne Electronic Hardware) AEH as per DO-178B/C and/or DO-254. The software/AEH to be assessed may cover a wide range of programming languages and address both low-level operating system software components and higher level application elements. The candidate will ensure, by design review, life cycle data reviews and processes audits, that a given of SW/AEH item or equipment follow established industry and regulatory guidelines, and sound engineering practices, in developing airborne embedded software and AEH, such that they are safe and certifiable.
Interfacing with customers, suppliers, certification authorities, application users and other technical and support personnel may also be required. The candidate must be able to work independently and in cooperation with individuals and groups. Excellent communication, organization and flexibility skills will be necessary to perform audits and coordinate action items from SW/AEH audits and reviews.
For Design Approval Representatives (DARs), the candidate will be responsible for making the Finding of Compliance according to the applicable airworthiness manuals and any project specific Method of Compliance and be able to liaise with Transport Canada and other certification authorities.