Airworthiness Engineer

About Sarla Aviation

Sarla Aviation is at the forefront of revolutionizing urban air mobility with its cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) aircraft featuring innovative tilt-rotor technology. As a pioneer in developing sustainable, efficient, and safe air transportation systems, Sarla Aviation is committed to shaping the future of aviation.

About The Role

The Airworthiness Engineer will be a part of the Office of Airworthiness/Airworthiness team and will work closely with the civil aviation authorities, mainly the DGCA, India for the type certification of SARLA Aviation products and the Design Organisation Approvals (DOA). The AW engineer will also work with the engineering and design teams to ensure that the design of the products are in compliance with the applicable regulations. This is a golden opportunity to be a part of the early rule-making activities for AAMs in India.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design/engineering, testing, and manufacturing teams to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the aircraft development lifecycle.
• Work with commercial and program management teams to manage the certification schedule and ensure timely issuance of documents.
• Lead the development of certification plans and compliance documentation.
• Review and approve engineering documentation for compliance with airworthiness requirements.
• Work with the regulatory authorities on the acceptance of mean & methods of compliance and the compliance documents.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging regulatory/rulemaking activities related to VTOL and AAM technologies, and contribute as required.
• Support the development of the processes/procedures for the Design Organisation Approval (DOA).
• Support aircraft testing including structural, systems and flight test programs.
• Liaise with the suppliers and partners to ensure that the components and/or products meet the applicable airworthiness standards.
  
  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in airworthiness certification (TC and/or STC), compliance, or regulatory affairs in the aviation industry.
• Strong understanding of aircraft development and certification process (including the key milestones & deliverables).
• Knowledge of EASA/FAA Part 21 or DGCA CAR 21 regulations.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in working with initial airworthiness regulations (EASA CS/FAA Part 23, 25, 27 or 29).
• Strong understanding of aircraft design and systems engineering principles and standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant industry standards and guidelines (e.g. ARP 4754, ARP 4761, ASTMs, DO-160, etc.)
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
• Be able to communicate complex certification processes to non-cert team members and plan the schedules/deliverables accordingly.
• Independent, self-motivated go-getter!
  
  

• Experience with emerging aviation technologies, including electric propulsion and/or Powered-Lift category aircraft.
• Certification or training in airworthiness engineering from a recognized aviation authority.
• Experience working with Performance Based Regulations (EASA CS-23 Amdt. 5 or FAA Part 23 Amdt. 64 and on) and/or VTOL/Powered-lift regulations (EASA SC-VTOL or FAA AC 21.17-04).
• Experience in Safety Assessment techniques (PSSA, FHA, FMEA, SSA)
• Involvement in working groups related to the development of aviation standards (EUROCAE, GAMA, etc.).
  
  

• Gain real-world, end-to-end exposure to hiring in a high-growth aerospace startup.
• Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams on impactful hiring initiatives.
• Learn and grow in an environment that values ownership, speed, and collaboration.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization shaping the future of urban air mobility.