Head of Office of Airworthiness at easyJet

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aircraft Certification, Airworthiness, Design Organisation, Engineering Leadership, Regulatory Frameworks, Part 21J Approval, Compliance Verification Engineering, Design Engineering, DOA Handbook Management, Regulatory Interpretation, Audit Leadership, Safety Management Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions, Stakeholder Influence, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

We are easyJet – a FTSE listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet. Read on if you > Have strong experience in aircraft certification and airworthiness within a Design Organisation > Enjoy leading high-performing engineering teams and influencing across a complex business > Can work from our Head Office in Luton The Team You’ll be part of a specialist Design Organisation responsible for managing Part 21J approval for minor changes and repairs to aircraft design. The team includes Compliance Verification Engineers and Design Engineers who work proactively to support aircraft both in operation and during Aircraft on Ground events. Working closely with teams across engineering, cabin safety, branding, Flight Ops and CAMO, this is a highly collaborative environment where safety, innovation and operational performance come together. The Role As Head of Office of Airworthiness, you’ll lead the oversight of both initial and continued airworthiness, ensuring the correct application and control of approved design data across the organisation. You’ll act as the focal point for airworthiness within the Design Organisation, maintaining strong relationships with regulators and ensuring all activities meet the highest safety and compliance standards. > Coordinate all airworthiness matters across the Design Organisation > Act as the primary liaison with the UK Civil Aviation Authority for regulatory interpretation and approvals > Own and maintain the DOA Handbook, ensuring accuracy and timely updates > Oversee organisational procedures to ensure they reflect current practices and regulatory requirements > Monitor design activities to ensure alignment with Terms of Approval > Ensure classification decisions are robust, documented and supported by appropriate data > Support continued airworthiness through effective monitoring of products in service > Lead internal and external audits, including ISM and CAA audits > Manage audit plans, findings and closure within the safety management system What we’re looking for We’re looking for a confident and collaborative leader who brings deep technical expertise alongside a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and commercial realities. > Strong working knowledge of aircraft certification requirements > Existing CVE approval preferred, ideally within cabin interiors > Proven experience generating and reviewing approved engineering data > Strong understanding of Design Organisation Approval scope and processes > Experience supporting engineering documentation and ensuring regulatory compliance > Ability to conduct safety investigations and identify root causes > Skilled in implementing corrective and preventative actions > Experience delivering modifications in response to regulatory changes > Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust across stakeholders > Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency > Working knowledge of certification processes and tools such as AutoCAD is beneficial What you’ll get in return > Competitive base salary > Up to 20%25 bonus > 25 days holiday > BAYE, SAYE and performance share schemes > 7%25 pension > Life assurance > Flexible benefits package > Excellent staff travel benefits Practicalities This full-time role will be based in Luton, and will be 40 hours per week, with some occasional travel required. Reasonable Adjustments At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation

Responsibilities

The Head of Office of Airworthiness will lead the oversight of initial and continued airworthiness, ensuring the correct application and control of approved design data across the organization. This role acts as the focal point for airworthiness within the Design Organisation, managing regulatory relationships and ensuring the highest safety and compliance standards are met.