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Instructor: George Meier

Biography: George Meier is an FAA Software DER currently working at Woodward, Inc., and a unit member of the Textron ODA. He began his career as an avionics technician for the USAF working on aircraft during the Vietnam era. Meier holds a BSCS degree from National University, graduating magna cum laude in 1999. He was delegated as a consulting software DER by the FAA in 2006. Meier has worked a wide variety of both fixed wing and rotorcraft avionics systems and brings a wide combination of practical experience, analytical knowledge, and in-depth certification experience with a unique and viable approach to airborne software certification in an uncomplicated yet thorough manner.

Classes by this instructor

DO-178C: Airborne Software Principles and Practices

All airborne software on commercial aircraft is mandated to follow DO-178C in their development and verification phases. This training will teach students all the rules contained within DO-178C and the underlying principles behind them. This class provides for a real-world application of DO-178C, teaching the student how to think like the FAA by introducing and describing the goals of DO-178C. The legal implications of DO-178C, and the evolution of the current guidance will also be covered.
October 6-8, 2025, Renaissance Orlando Resort