JOB DESCRIPTION

PCM – ETSO

Type of Selection:

Internal and External

Contract Type:

Temporary agent

Grade:

AD05

Deadline for application:

Extended until 08/12/2025 at 23:59 CET

Experience Level:

Professional

Approx. number of candidates on reserve list:

5

Location:

Cologne, Germany

Monthly gross compensation (€):

5,973.44 – 6,224.44

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We therefore offer a wide range of benefits.

EASA is the leading aviation authority in Europe. A career at EASA means contributing to our vision for an ever safer and greener civil aviation. As an EASA employee, you will be making a difference to the lives of about 500 million fellow Europeans: this is our shared purpose and it could be yours, too. From our headquarters in Cologne, Germany, you will work with top experts in a multicultural work environment. Diversity and Inclusion are part of our DNA and innovation is at the heart of what we do. We ensure that aviation is safe in all phases: beginning with the certification of the aircraft to the rules for the air operation and crew. For more information about the Agency please consult our website and take a look at our organisation structure. Are you interested to contribute to our mission? Then see below what it takes to accomplish the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and non-discrimination. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage applications from female candidates.

Job Overview

Safeguarding the skies for all EU citizens through rigorous oversight of aeronautical products, parts, and appliances and unbiased technical decision-making guaranteeing compliance with EASA safety standards while considering constraints related to resources and budgetary aspects.

General Accountabilities

• Manage ETSO Authorisation certification/validation project as PCM (Project Certification Manager) by:

1. 1. Deliver on work packages from application to approval within certification/validation projects or smaller scale projects, ensuring adherence to safety, timelines, and budgetary constraints while fostering impartiality in decision-making with industry stakeholders.
   2. Coordinate with Senior PCMs and Senior Experts in order to manage work packages within complex projects, making safety-focused decisions to uphold regulatory standards and to ensure aviation safety, under the supervision of the ETSO Section Manager.
   3. Decide on, implement and follow-up on corrective actions for continued airworthiness of approved types, driven by thorough risk assessments and commitment to the highest safety standards.

• Interact with stakeholders and stay abreast of project developments to customise certification projects (including deviations), prioritise safety, and consider financial implications, ensuring a balanced approach.
• Exercise discerning technical decision-making, considering safety, resources, financial impacts, and industry complexities having capacity of arbitration among expert(s) and stakeholders position in a challenging environment.
• Represent the agency in significant decisions, identifying future implications, and staying updated on industry developments to drive continuous improvement.
• Support some transversal activities (technical coordination, process and quality documentation update, tool development, etc.) as required.

Specific Accountabilities

In the position of PCM ETSO – Mechanical, you will oversee, lead and co-ordinate activities for initial and continuing airworthiness projects related to the approval of Seats, Emergency Equipment, Cabin and Cargo equipemnts, etc.

• Manage the operational safety oversight process associated with certified ETSO equipment related to mechanical systems and decide promptly on appropriate corrective actions to ensure the continuing airworthiness;
• Act as focal point towards foreign authorities for the relevant ETSO equipment.
• In addition, you will support other core technical activities of the Agency.

Admission Criteria

The following constitute eligibility and essential criteria for the role and to be admitted to the selection process. Candidates not fulfilling these criteria by the deadline for applications, will be excluded from the selection:

• Have a thorough knowledge of one of the languages of the European Union (at least level C1) and a satisfactory knowledge of another language of the EU to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties (at least level B2). One of the required languages shall be English [1]
• Be a national of a Member State of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
• A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma with a normal period of university studies of 3 years or more in the the area of Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or other studies in scope of the role.
• Proven knowledge and experience with the application of certification processes, techniques, methods and tools applied at aircraft, system or equipment level, to demonstrate compliance with the Certification Specifications and applicable Acceptable Means of Compliance, relevant to the specific discipline (Part 21 – Initial Airworthiness and Continued Airworthiness in accordance with EASA standards (e.g.: CS-ETSO)) acquired either in the industry or when working for a National Aviation Authority (NAA)
• Proven professional experience of at least 2 years in one of the following areas, of either ETSOed parts and appliances/NIE:
  • (Dynamic) Seating systems design and certification, or
  • Cabin and Cargo equipment design and certification or
  • Emergency equipment design and certification; acquired either in the industry or when working for a National Aviation Authority (NAA)

This vacancy is open as well to Temporary Agents 2(f) employed at EASA in the grade bracket AD5 – AD9

[1] Mother tongue English speakers will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of a second EU language. English oral and written skills will be assessed throughout the assessment phase

Selection criteria

The selection process is based on the assessment of the following Professional skills and Behavioural competences:

The selection process is based on the assessment of the professional skills and competences listed below.
While these are considered essential for performing the role effectively, candidates who do not meet all criteria may still be considered.

Professional Skills

General understanding of EASA regulations & aviation safety standardsProduct certificationFamiliarity with certification processes, techniques, methods, and specificationsETSOAnnex I: Part 21Occupant crashworthiness/restraint

Behavioural Competences

Problem SolvingFlexibility & Change AdaptabilityTeamworkCommunicationDecision Making

Mandatory Pre-Employment Requirements

Prior to recruitment, you will be requested to demonstrate that you:

• Are entitled to the full rights as a citizen.
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws on military service.
• Meet the character requirements for the duties involved (you will be asked to provide a police certificate confirming the absence of any criminal record) .
• Are physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post (you will be asked to undergo a medical examination in a centre indicated by EASA).

Conditions of Employment

Contract: 5 years contract as Temporary Agent 2 (f) with possibility of extension.

Working hours: 40 hrs per week (on a full-time working pattern). Flexible working arrangements.

Basic Salary: Depending on work experience. Additional allowances depending on personal situation.

Location: Cologne, Germany (relocation is required).

Application & Selection Process

How to apply

We can only accept applications that are submitted in English through our Recruiting tool. Before sending your application, make sure it is complete and contains the document(s) specified in the vacancy notice. Please also ensure that your candidate profile, all relevant fields and the answers to the pre-screening questions are correct. You may review and amend data demonstrating compliance with the eligibility and selection criteria only until the closing date of applications for the respective selection procedure.

For further information take a look at How we hire. In case of questions or technical issues, email us at [email protected]. Attach a description and screenshot of the error.

To check if you are meeting the minimum education qualifications required for the job, consult the information published by the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO): Examples of minimum qualifications

Important note on diplomas obtained outside the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Norway: If your application is found eligible on the basis of diploma(s) obtained outside these countries, we might ask you to provide proof of accreditation by one of the European Union Member States. This applies also to diplomas obtained in the UK after 31 December 2020.

Make sure you are meeting the language requirements: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and assess your language skills. Language certificates are not required at the stage of application, unless specified in the vacancy.