Avionics Engineer

Job summary

Design and support aircraft electrical and avionics systems, prepare compliance documentation and production drawings, and review engineering documents. Support certification programs, coordinate with customers and vendors, evaluate subcontractor proposals, and lead and mentor the engineering team while improving processes.

Job details

Duties Under the supervision of and in collaboration with the Director of Maintenance and Engineering (D.M. & E.), the candidate will perform the following duties: Assess and respond to external and internal engineering requests. Assist in the development of commercial proposals by providing technical information, when required. Develop design documents that demonstrate compliance with the appropriate regulations. Design electrical and avionics systems in collaboration with D.M. & E. Verify and approve technical documents and drawings produced by the engineering team (E.O., FMS, ELA, W&B, ICA, MMS, MEL). Provide the required drawings and documentation for production and installation within the required time frame. Provide technical support on designs for the installation and modification of avionics systems. Carry out technical research as required (AMM, AIPC, WDM, CMM, IM). Document and obtain formal customer approvals for additional requests. Identify required equipment needs and liaise with vendors to present recommendations. Evaluate quotes from engineering subcontractors. Participate in certification programs and liaise with design approval organizations. Manage and mentor engineering team to augment knowledge and skills. Review/redact engineering documentation as required. Report on opportunities and incidents and propose actions to improve procedures and processes. Demonstrate leadership by initiating and supporting activities to promote innovation to ensure the company stays up to date on industry demands and obligations to remain competitive. Skills And Qualifications Diploma in Avionics Enginering. Minimum 5 years avionics experience. Mastery of CARS at the certification level (STC). Knowledge of TSO, AC, ARINC. Bilingual French/English (Advanced). Proficient in MS Office and Autocad software. Assets Experience with aircraft system interfaces. Project management experience. Technical writing experience. Experience working in an environment with Quality Assurance system AS9000 or ISO 9001. Desired Qualities Ability to multitask. Leadership skills. Flexible and open to change. Excellent communication skills with clarity and courtesy in communication. Time management and organization skills with the ability to manage stress and prioritize daily tasks. Accuracy and attention to detail, patience. Ability to work independently and proactively with a strong sense of initiative. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. ‍

What you’ll do

Design and support aircraft electrical and avionics systems, prepare compliance documentation and production drawings, and review engineering documents. Support certification programs, coordinate with customers and vendors, evaluate subcontractor proposals, and lead and mentor the engineering team while improving processes.

Requirements

Requires a diploma in avionics engineering, at least five years of avionics experience, and mastery of Canadian Aviation Regulations at the STC certification level, along with knowledge of TSO, AC, and ARINC. Candidates must have advanced French and English, proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and eligibility to work in Canada; project management, technical writing, aircraft system interface, and quality-system experience are assets.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred
• Bilingual communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Avionics Engineering
• Aircraft Electrical Systems Design
• Avionics Systems Design
• Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
• Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Certification
• Technical Documentation Review
• Aircraft Certification
• Technical Research
• Vendor Liaison
• Subcontractor Quote Evaluation
• Project Management
• Team Leadership and Mentoring
• Technical Writing
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office
• Bilingual Communication

Job areas

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership