DO-326A / ED-202A Compliance and Certification Planning Fundamentals Training by Tonex
This intensive 2-day training is designed to equip aerospace professionals with a thorough understanding of DO-326A / ED-202A compliance and certification planning within the context of aviation cybersecurity. The course provides a structured approach to managing airworthiness security requirements in line with global regulatory expectations, especially those set forth by EASA and FAA. With increasing emphasis on cybersecurity across the aviation industry, compliance with standards such as DO-326A and DO-355 is essential to ensure resilient avionics systems. Participants will gain actionable insights on certification documentation, coordination with authorities, and applying acceptable means of compliance to meet both security and regulatory demands effectively.
Audience:
- Certification Engineers
- Quality Managers
- Project Leads
- Compliance Coordinators
- Aviation System Architects
- Cybersecurity Professionals
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure and intent of DO-326A / ED-202A
- Navigate the interplay between DO-326A, DO-355, and ED-203A
- Identify required certification artifacts and documentation strategies
- Apply AMC 20-42 and FAA Advisory Circulars effectively
- Coordinate compliance planning with EASA and FAA expectations
- Develop Security Plans and Compliance Matrices using industry templates
Course Modules:
Module 1: DO-326A Overview
- Introduction to DO-326A objectives
- Relationship with ED-202A
- System security concept overview
- Applicability across aircraft systems
- Integration with ARP4754A/ARP4761
- Importance in lifecycle certification
Module 2: DO-355 and Security Approval
- Understanding DO-355 framework
- Security Aspects of Certification
- Mapping security to safety functions
- Role in approval process
- Security assurance levels (SALs)
- Certification interface with authorities
Module 3: Certification Planning Artifacts
- Overview of required artifacts
- Purpose of Security Plan
- Sample Compliance Matrix
- Mapping artifacts to lifecycle stages
- Security risk assessment documentation
- Importance of traceability and control
Module 4: ED-203A Application
- Overview of ED-203A methodology
- Alignment with DO-326A structure
- Using ED-203A in risk analysis
- Mitigation strategies and documentation
- Harmonizing with system design
- Interfacing with third-party suppliers
Module 5: Coordination with EASA/FAA
- Regulatory expectations from EASA
- FAA Advisory Circular integration
- Key differences in authority approach
- Timeline coordination for approvals
- Documentation packages for authorities
- Example compliance communication flows
Module 6: Templates and Best Practices
- Building a Security Plan
- Structuring a Compliance Matrix
- Documentation control methods
- Common pitfalls and mitigation
- Industry best practices
- Template customization guidelines
Secure your organization’s certification success and improve your cybersecurity assurance with Tonex’s DO-326A / ED-202A Compliance and Certification Planning Fundamentals Training. Enroll today to ensure your team is prepared to meet the evolving global airworthiness security standards.