Aerospace Systems Engineer - Aircraft Modifications

National Research Council of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

National Research Council of Canada in Ottawa is seeking a highly qualified engineer to support aircraft systems integration, research infrastructure, and certification activities within aerospace programs. The role requires advanced degrees, strong analysis, and collaboration with regulators and industry partners.

The position emphasizes reliability, safety assessments, and cross-disciplinary engineering work, with eligibility for limited hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a recognized university in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, systems engineering, or related discipline.
• PhD in a related field would be considered an asset.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada would be an asset.
• Experience supporting aircraft modifications, aircraft systems integration, or aerospace engineering projects.
• Experience with scientific instrumentation, airborne measurement systems, or research infrastructure development.
• Experience conducting engineering analysis, modelling, simulation, or technical substantiation activities.
• Experience conducting independent review of engineering designs, technical analyses, or contractor deliverables.
• Experience interacting with contractors, aircraft manufacturers, research organizations, or regulatory authorities; and
• Experience supporting airworthiness, certification, safety assessment, or regulatory compliance activities.
• Experience with computational fluid dynamics, aerodynamic modelling, flow-field characterization, or sensor placement studies.
• Experience working with Transport Canada, FAA, EASA, military airworthiness authorities, or equivalent regulatory organizations.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Systems integration

Engineering analysis

Data acquisition

Project planning

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering

PhD in a related field (asset)

Professional Engineer in Canada (asset)

Job description

National Research Council of Canada in Ottawa is seeking a highly qualified engineer to support aircraft systems integration, research infrastructure, and certification activities within aerospace programs. The role requires advanced degrees, strong analysis, and collaboration with regulators and industry partners.

The position emphasizes reliability, safety assessments, and cross-disciplinary engineering work, with eligibility for limited hybrid work arrangements.