Airborne Electronic Hardware Certification: DO-254 and DO-160G Training by Tonex
This comprehensive training course delivers in-depth insights into DO-254 and DO-160G certification standards critical for the development and qualification of airborne electronic hardware. Participants will gain a structured understanding of how these guidelines apply to the lifecycle of avionics hardware, from design through verification and environmental testing. The course highlights cybersecurity implications within certification processes, emphasizing the protection of safety-critical systems from cyber threats and vulnerabilities during design and compliance activities. Engineers and auditors will benefit from practical knowledge needed to meet FAA and EASA regulatory expectations for airborne systems and components.
Audience:
- Avionics Engineers
- Aerospace Systems Designers
- Quality Assurance Professionals
- Compliance and Certification Managers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Aerospace Program Managers
Learning Objectives:
- Understand DO-254 and DO-160G certification requirements
- Interpret compliance guidelines and regulatory frameworks
- Integrate safety and cybersecurity into hardware design
- Apply environmental qualification principles under DO-160G
- Map lifecycle processes to certification needs
- Improve audit readiness and documentation accuracy
Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to DO-254
- Overview of DO-254 certification scope
- Regulatory background and FAA/EASA alignment
- Hardware lifecycle and design assurance levels
- Safety considerations in avionics hardware
- Cybersecurity relevance in certification
- Key terminology and definitions
Module 2: Planning and Process Control
- Certification planning documents and strategies
- Hardware design planning best practices
- Configuration management and traceability
- Process assurance methods
- Importance of cybersecurity in planning
- Audit-ready documentation processes
Module 3: Design and Implementation
- Requirements capture and traceability
- Design entry and HDL considerations
- Safety-critical design constraints
- Managing cybersecurity during design
- Integration planning and readiness
- Verification strategy in early stages
Module 4: Verification and Validation
- DO-254 verification requirements
- Developing a test and analysis strategy
- Use of reviews, analysis, and simulations
- Hardware test environments and standards
- Managing cyber risks in validation
- Creating objective evidence for compliance
Module 5: DO-160G Environmental Testing
- Introduction to DO-160G standards
- Environmental test categories (temperature, vibration, etc.)
- Test plan development and documentation
- Electro-magnetic interference testing and cybersecurity
- Qualification test methods and tools
- Data reporting and approval workflows
Module 6: Certification, Audits, and Cybersecurity
- Certification liaison and authority engagement
- Preparing for FAA and EASA audits
- Common audit findings and avoidance strategies
- Security risks in certification documentation
- Integrating cybersecurity in lifecycle artifacts
- Final compliance checklists and sign-off criteria
Enroll in Tonex’s Airborne Electronic Hardware Certification: DO-254 and DO-160G Training to elevate your technical compliance expertise and cybersecurity awareness in safety-critical aerospace environments. Gain the knowledge needed to lead certification efforts with confidence and ensure airworthiness in modern aviation systems.