Certification Specialist (m/f/d) - Quantum Frontline Industries
On-siteWeßling, Bavaria, Germany
Job Summary
Lead certification activities for unmanned aerial systems by coordinating processes, managing compliance documentation, and ensuring alignment with European and international regulatory requirements. Guarantee CE conformity and EASA framework adherence while translating complex regulations into actionable internal steps. Coordinate workstreams across engineering, quality, and operational teams to support operational approvals and testing validation. Act as the primary interface for authorities, notified bodies, and external partners to manage documentation flow and risk identification. Continuously enhance internal procedures to maintain audit readiness and structured execution.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field, or comparable practical experience
- Experience in certification, regulatory coordination, or conformity assessment within Germany or the European Union
- Hands-on experience in certification of technical products, ideally UAV or aviation systems
- Strong understanding of CE conformity processes and documentation structures
- Solid knowledge of EASA regulations and UAV-related frameworks
- Familiarity with SORA-based operational approvals and UAV operating categories (A1/A3, A2, STS-01, STS-02)
- Awareness of international aviation standards (e.g., ICAO principles)
- Experience in preparing and managing technical and regulatory documentation
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical implementation steps
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage parallel certification workstreams
- Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, including external authorities and partners
- Clear and structured communication style
- Detail-oriented, structured, and process-driven approach
- Ability to identify gaps, track dependencies, and drive follow-up actions independently
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