Airworthiness Coordinator

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace is seeking an Airworthiness Coordinator to join their dynamic team in Mississauga, Ontario. This role involves developing and coordinating airworthiness certification documentation, collaborating with various aviation authorities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in aerospace engineering and airworthiness, alongside proficiency in database operations and MS Office Suite. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative aviation projects while working in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. If you are passionate about aviation and ready to take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in aerospace with focus on airworthiness and certification.
• Familiarity with Transport Canada AWM and FAA regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate airworthiness certification documentation and liaise with authorities.
• Manage DAO administration and oversee STC project accuracy.

Skills

Aerospace Experience

Airworthiness Certification

Database Operation

MS Office Suite

CAD Software

Education

Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Degree

Aeronautical Engineering Technology Diploma

Tools

NDWL Database

EASA Portal

Corel - WordPerfect

Job description

Posted Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00 AM | Expires Friday, February 28, 2025 at 6:59 AM

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs worldwide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

The Organization

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada is excited to announce the addition of a group of highly experienced aerospace professionals to our organization! Mid Canada Mod Centre (MC2) and Avionics Design Services (ADS) joined De Havilland in October 2023, creating additional capacity and expanding our expertise in both avionics design services and upgrades as well as maintenance and modifications.

In October of 2023 De Havilland Aircraft of Canada announced the acquisition of Mid Canada Mod Centre (MC2). Mid Canada Mod Centre is comprised of industry leading experts focused on ensuring commercial, charter, special mission and business aircraft operators are equipped with flight decks that provide safety and efficiency. As a premier Canadian aviation maintenance shop, the team of experts works to define avionics requirements to develop and certify solutions that fit each operator’s individual need.

Profile

We are searching for a highly motivated, hands-on professional to fill the position of Airworthiness Coordinator in Mississauga, Ontario. In this role you will develop/coordinate airworthiness certification documentation and liaise with the company Delegates, with the external Design Approval Representatives, with Transport Canada and foreign certification airworthiness authorities’ engineers and technical coordinators in support of ADS design approval projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• DAO Administration:
  • Coordinate with TCCA administrator
  • Coordinate with TCCA OPI
  • Operate NDWL (TCCA database) and EASA portal
  • Open projects, upload data and documents, create certificates in NDWL
  • Create DAO certification documents
  • Exercise data control using ADS DAO database
  • Create Submit and coordinate task requests for TCCA LOI and LOS
  • Maintain priority list
  • Coordinate the foreign validation of DAO approvals
  • Create applications in EASA portal for EASA validation of DAO approvals
• Management
  • Maintain foreign approval open projects. (Monthly spreadsheet)
  • Maintain and submit below LOI & LOS records (Monthly spreadsheet)
  • Oversee and check all (s)STC projects for completion and accuracy
  • Oversee overdue and missing reports for completion.
  • Auditing (s)STC projects for omissions and errors
• Data Control
  • Issue project and document numbers and log into records using database tool
  • Issue and manage drawings and data and log into records using database tool
  • Use database tools to control the records accuracy
  • Deliver customer data package following issuance of approvals
  • Customer support related to missing data

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Degree or Aeronautical Engineering Technology diploma.
• Successful completion of the Transport Canada Aircraft Certification Specialty course would be an asset.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years progressive aerospace experience in airworthiness and certification administration
• Familiarity with Transport Canada AWM 523, 525, 527 and 529 and similar rules under FAA and EASA authority and familiarity with aircraft certification documents.
• Familiarity with database operation
• Advanced user knowledge of MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Access). Use of Corel -WordPerfect would be an asset. Familiarity with CAD software.
• Work independently or as part of a team
• Initiative, a strong sense of responsibility, isolated situations might require working overtime

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.