DOA Chief Engineer (FAR)

DOA Chief Engineer (FAR) in GAC Farnborough

The DOA Chief Engineer is primarily responsible for coordinating all internally assigned projects, ensuring effective oversight of technical activities, resource allocation, and project timelines.

In addition, the role provides functional support to both the HDO and HOA in the execution of duties and responsibilities arising within the DOA. Highly Preferred Skills:

The individual will need to demonstrate skills and experience as described in the job description, with the ability to hold CVE authorization as designated by the HDO.

Demonstration of thorough knowledge of a DOA environment, and is conversant with FAA, EASA and UK CAA regulations associated with initial airworthiness.

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Aviation experience required

Position Purpose:

Oversight and coordination on all engineering projects within the DOA containing compliance demonstration, CAA and/or EASA mandates, critical design problems, which requires extensive knowledge on development of design to certification compliance requirements.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for an entire engineering project from an engineering design perspective within established scope per Design Organization Handbook (DOH) .
• To be nominated as a CVE in at least one discipline area .
• To support HDO and/or HoA, and deputise when required.
• Makes technical decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have an important impact on extensive engineering activities, whilst supporting compliance verification with the applicable regulations .
• Applies advanced technical principles, theories and concepts based on broad expertise or unique specialized knowledge .
• Leads the development of innovative principles and ideas .
• Acts independently to determine improved methods and/or procedures to optimize efficiency, cost and schedule requirements .
• Works under consultative direction; uses independent judgment to accomplish objectives .
• Develops standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .

Additional Functions:

• When required, assumes delegation of departmental/managerial tasks. .
• Mentoring and/or training on design applications and methodologies .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Previous CVE experience or equivalent.
• Must have detailed knowledge of CAA Part 21J Regulations and Certification Specifications (CS/JAR 25, 26 EU-OPS, Part-CAT).
• Working experiences of other regulatory requirements, in conjunction with understanding of bilateral agreements beneficial.
• Fully conversant with design applications (CATIA, AutoCad) and certification / compliance processes.
• Excellent inter-personal and team management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues.
• Highly motivated with desires to succeed.
• Confident and competent, with attention to details.
• Ability to adapt and learn effectively and efficiently.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237812

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: UK Shift: Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:15 and Friday 08 00

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 12/04/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.