Collins Aerospace
PAH FAA Liaison / ODA Administrator (Onsite)
Collins Aerospace, Chula Vista, California, United States, 91911
Base pay range
$112,000.00/yr - $224,000.00/yr
Date Posted 2025-10-13
Country United States of America
Location HCA21: Aerostructures - Chula Vista 850 Lagoon Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910 USA
Position Role Type Onsite
U.S. Citizenship U.S. citizenship is required.
Security Clearance None/Not Required
Role Overview This dynamic on-site role blends two critical functions: FAA Production Approval Holder (PAH) Liaison and FAA/Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Administrator—both essential to maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence across the organization.
What You Will Do
Regulatory Oversight & FAA Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the organization and the FAA, supporting the PAH Accountable Manager across all U.S. sites.
Compliance & Audits: Coordinate and prepare documentation for FAA audits and inspections, support internal audits, and lead the product conformity audit (PCA) program to ensure product build compliance.
Regulatory Monitoring & Reporting: Track regulatory changes and ensure timely updates to internal processes.
Internal Collaboration & Training: Facilitate communication between FAA and internal departments.
Process Management & Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement using CORE tools.
PMA Request Processing: Manage PMA-related activities, including authorization requests for spare parts sales.
ODA Administration (25% of Role): Support the ODA Lead Administrator in managing the ODA Unit.
You will travel up to 20% both internationally and domestically.
Must Have Qualifications
Typically requires a university degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Experience in FAA regulations, policies, and procedures related to PMA and ODA (such as 14 CFR Part 21, Part 183, FAA Order 8100.15, Order 8130.21, etc.).
Experience with domestic and export airworthiness approvals.
Experience administering and managing SharePoint sites.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of aviation safety regulations and PAH and PMA approval processes.
Completion of FAA Initial/Recurrent Training, FAA ODA Applicant Training Parts I and II, and ODA seminar.
FAA experience with Technical Airworthiness Responsibilities.
FAA Manufacturing Inspection Designee experience.
AS9100 Auditor Training and Quality System audit experience.
Proficiency in SAP, Teamcenter, and Microsoft Office Suite.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
Adoption Assistance.
Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
Relocation assistance available.
And more!
Learn More and Apply Now Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter‑weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!
Application Notes Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Date Posted 2025-10-13
Country United States of America
Location HCA21: Aerostructures - Chula Vista 850 Lagoon Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910 USA
Position Role Type Onsite
U.S. Citizenship U.S. citizenship is required.
Security Clearance None/Not Required
Role Overview This dynamic on-site role blends two critical functions: FAA Production Approval Holder (PAH) Liaison and FAA/Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Administrator—both essential to maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence across the organization.
What You Will Do
Regulatory Oversight & FAA Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the organization and the FAA, supporting the PAH Accountable Manager across all U.S. sites.
Compliance & Audits: Coordinate and prepare documentation for FAA audits and inspections, support internal audits, and lead the product conformity audit (PCA) program to ensure product build compliance.
Regulatory Monitoring & Reporting: Track regulatory changes and ensure timely updates to internal processes.
Internal Collaboration & Training: Facilitate communication between FAA and internal departments.
Process Management & Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement using CORE tools.
PMA Request Processing: Manage PMA-related activities, including authorization requests for spare parts sales.
ODA Administration (25% of Role): Support the ODA Lead Administrator in managing the ODA Unit.
You will travel up to 20% both internationally and domestically.
Must Have Qualifications
Typically requires a university degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Experience in FAA regulations, policies, and procedures related to PMA and ODA (such as 14 CFR Part 21, Part 183, FAA Order 8100.15, Order 8130.21, etc.).
Experience with domestic and export airworthiness approvals.
Experience administering and managing SharePoint sites.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of aviation safety regulations and PAH and PMA approval processes.
Completion of FAA Initial/Recurrent Training, FAA ODA Applicant Training Parts I and II, and ODA seminar.
FAA experience with Technical Airworthiness Responsibilities.
FAA Manufacturing Inspection Designee experience.
AS9100 Auditor Training and Quality System audit experience.
Proficiency in SAP, Teamcenter, and Microsoft Office Suite.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
Adoption Assistance.
Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
Relocation assistance available.
And more!
Learn More and Apply Now Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter‑weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!
Application Notes Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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