Avionics Design & Airworthiness Engineer

Skytrac; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm is seeking an Avionics Design & Airworthiness Engineer in Kelowna. The role involves developing avionics design documentation, ensuring compliance to regulations, and liaising with stakeholders. Candidates should have an engineering degree and 2 years of aerospace experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 CAD along with a collaborative work culture and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Collaborative work culture

Team-building activities

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Extra days off beyond vacation

Qualifications

• 2 years of aerospace experience on aircraft modification projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of avionics design & airworthiness documentation package.
• Ability to work in AutoCAD, Altium, and SolidWorks applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop avionics design and compliance documentation.
• Liaison with project stakeholders including Transport Canada.
• Provide technical & quality review of avionics deliverables.
• Participate in testing activities and compliance inspections.

Skills

Engineering Degree from an accredited University

2 years of aerospace experience

Understanding of avionics & electrical principles

Understanding of TCCA, FAA and/or EASA regulations

Knowledge of avionics design documentation

Knowledge of project and product lifecycle

Ability to work in AutoCAD

Ability to work in Altium

Ability to work in SolidWorks

Education

Engineering Degree (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural)

Job description

Avionics Design & Airworthiness Engineer

Join Our Dynamic Team at SKYTRAC

About Us:

SKYTRAC is a leader in transforming aviation communication through cutting‑edge satellite and cellular technologies. Trusted by operators, OEMs, and organizations worldwide, SKYTRAC serves over 800 customers across all aerospace sectors. Our Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions are redefining connectivity and reshaping the future of aviation.

Reporting to the DAO Manager, the Avionics Design & Airworthiness Engineer will carry out the tasks related to design and airworthiness of SKYTRAC products and installation and integration of those products on customer aircraft.

As an Avionics Design & Airworthiness Engineer , responsibilities include:

• Develop all necessary avionics design documentation including system architecture drawings, wiring diagrams, routing drawings, functional test procedures, ICAs, flight manuals, electrical load analysis etc.
• Develop all necessary avionics compliance documentation including certification plans, system safety assessments, equipment qualification reports, certification test plans (ground, EMC & Flight) etc.
• Liaison with project stakeholders including but not limited to Transport Canada, Project Managers, sub‑contractors etc.
• Provide technical & quality review of avionics deliverables to ensure compliance to customer requirements, industry best practices and airworthiness requirements
• Participate in compliance testing activities (Appliance, Ground, EMC & Flight)
• Participate in aircraft surveys & compliance inspection activities

What You Bring

Candidate Must Have’s

• Engineering Degree from an accredited University (Aerospace, Mechanical or Structural) or equivalent industry experience
• 2 years of aerospace experience on aircraft modification projects.
• Understanding of avionics & electrical principles.
• Understanding of TCCA, FAA and/or EASA aerospace regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of avionics design & airworthiness documentation package.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project and product lifecycle.
• Ability to work in AutoCAD, Altium, and SolidWorks applications.

This will make you stand out:

• Current standing or eligibility for Transport Canada delegation.
• Current standing or eligibility for registration as a P.ENG under EGBC.

At SKYTRAC, we are a dynamic team of passionate experts. We are driven and dedicated; we take ownership of our work, and we are committed to delivering results. We value individuals who are proactive, take initiative, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity in everything they do. We thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment, embracing challenges with agility. Our commitment to growth and development has made us the trusted subject matter experts we are today.

We offer:

• A positive and collaborative work culture
• Engaging team‑building activities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Additional days off beyond vacation entitlement

This position is for an existing vacancy within our Customer Integration team.

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 CAD. The range posted is a guide and may not represent the compensation offered to the successful candidate. Compensation is based on the skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications brought to the role.