Senior Initial Airworthiness Consultant

Do you have experience in aviation Design Engineering (DO) or Production (PO)?  Are you familiar with Design Codes and Certification Memos within aviation and do you have working knowledge of Part 21 and ICAO Annex 8?  Do you want to work for a leading Aviation Safety Training and Consultancy Services provider on a remote (with national and international travel) basis as a subject matter expert in Initial Airworthiness?

If so, look no further, as we are looking for a Senior Trainer / Consultant to join us on a permanent basis.  

You will be responsible for making a difference to Baines Simmons customers across the Consulting, Training and Managed Services proposition. The role is pivotal to strategy delivery, continuous improvement of the portfolio and exploitation of SMARRT MAP™ as part of the Baines Simmons proposition, products and services. Senior Consultants also programme and project manage large pieces of work.

What we are looking for:

• Experience as Design Engineer (DO) or Production (PO)
• Familiarity with Design Codes and Certification Memos
• Working knowledge of Part 21 and ICAO Annex 8
• An understanding of the scope of IAW and relation to Continued / Continuing Airworthiness
• Experience with practical application
• Confidence delivering Part 21 subjects under supervision
• An ability to write Course Information sheets for marketing
• An ability to establish client trust and contribute to course sales
• An ability to explain DOA / POA responsibilities clearly
• An ability to create model content for DOE / DOH or POE roles
• An understanding of UK CAA, EASA, UK MAA, and EMAR 21J deltas
• An ability to deliver DOA (Part 21J) / POA (Part 21G) courses and improve content
• An ability to present at conferences and drive thought leadership
• An ability to author Case Studies, Blogs, and Business Cases
• An ability to supports marketing campaigns and contributes to consulting sales
• An ability to leads in Safety & Compliance management best practice
• An ability to champions collaborative working, minimising errors, and ensuring resource efficiency
• Integrated Management System knowledge
• Experience in TC / STC engagement with regulators
• Ethos and methodology of “design for certification” or “produce for conformance”
• Previous experience acting as a CVE (DO) or Certifying Staff (PO)
• For DO: strong grasp and application of Design Codes, Certification Memoranda, special conditions, SAE ARP 4754A
• Detailed knowledge of Part 21 (all Subparts)

About Baines Simmons, an Air Partner Company   

At Baines Simmons Ltd, we are dedicated to being our clients' trusted partner in creating a safer world. As specialists in aviation regulations, risk, compliance, and safety management, our mission is to deliver world-leading support to civil and defence organisations, elevating their safety and business performance. 

For over 20 years, we have partnered with more than 750 organizations and regulators to enhance safety, compliance, and operational performance. While our expertise is rooted in the aviation sector, we are increasingly collaborating with other industries eager to learn from aviation's best practices. Our clients span the globe, ranging from small enterprises to the largest, most recognised brands in the industry. 

Baines Simmons is renowned for our culture services, and we practice what we preach. To build trusted relationships with our clients, we start with ourselves: everyone in our organisation has a voice and can make a real impact 

We’re also deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for our team. Our Environmental, Social, and Governance Strategy and our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion forum aren't just policies; they're our way of life. ​ 

The Air Partner Group were the first corporate sponsor of the European Pride in Aviation Network (EPAN) and proudly support our local communities through charitable initiatives and (EPAN) and proudly support our local communities through charitable initiatives and volunteering.​ 

If you’re ready to be part of a team that makes a real difference, where every day presents opportunities to help people when they need it most, we’d love to hear from you. We're not just a company; we're a family, and we're on the lookout for more incredible individuals. Are you ready to belong? If you're thinking, "That's the place for me!" – we'd love to learn more about you. Plus, we're not just saying it; as a Disability Confident employer we guarantee an interview for any disabled person meeting our job criteria. And If you require any reasonable adjustment during any part of the recruitment process, That's not just a promise; it's our commitment to an inclusive future.​