Avionics/Electrical Engineer

Recooty; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation engineering firm in Calgary is seeking an experienced Avionics/Electrical Engineer to ensure compliance with certification standards for avionics systems. You will oversee aviation engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and liaise with regulatory bodies. Ideal candidates have at least 10 years of related experience, a Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or electrical engineering, and previous airworthiness delegation. The position offers a competitive salary and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Currently, or within the previous 12 months, hold a TC airworthiness delegation.
• Possess a strong knowledge of aircraft certification procedures.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for certification of avionics/electrical equipment and systems.
• Make findings of compliance against avionics/electrical certification standards.
• Review and approve design, operation, and engineering documents.

Skills

Advanced understanding of Aircraft Certification Requirements

Experience with Aircraft Safety Analysis

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Critical thinking and risk management

Problem solving and mathematical reasoning

Effective planning and project organizing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or electrical engineering

P. Eng or equivalent in a related engineering field preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Avionics/Electrical Engineer – Authorized Person reports directly to the Director of Engineering. Matters related to Transport Canada (TC) delegate functions will be overseen by the Head of Airworthiness.

Core Competencies

• Advanced understanding of Aircraft Certification Requirements
• Experience with Aircraft Safety Analysis
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective use of aerospace/mechanical engineering principles
• Engineering decision-making and judgement
• Critical thinking and risk management
• Problem solving and mathematical reasoning
• Effective planning and project organizing
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for certification of avionics/electrical equipment and systems in Part 23/25/27/29 aircraft.
• Make findings of compliance against avionics/electrical certification standards within the TC scope of delegation.
• Review and approve design, operation, and engineering documents.
• Conduct Engineering Conformity Inspections.
• Witness ground and flight certification tests.
• Ensure all design and administrative paperwork related to project certification is maintained in accordance with the company DAPM and Engineering Procedures Manual.
• Liaise with TC and/or foreign CAA staff as required.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers as the technical contact when required.
• Support other departments such as MRO, Avionics, Sales, and Customer Support.
• Mentor junior design/engineering staff to assist their knowledge and skills growth.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering or Head of Airworthiness.

Key Performance Indicators

• Adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Maintenance of the necessary knowledge and technical competency required to carry out assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to maintain a high level of productivity without sacrificing quality.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision making.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical and regulatory problems.
• Ability to project a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and represent the company in a positive light.
• Ability to manage project tasks in a logical and organized fashion with clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently, or within the previous 12 months, hold a TC airworthiness delegation (AP within another company or DAR) and be eligible to be delegated as an avionics/electrical AP within the Avmax DAO.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or electrical engineering (other qualifications may be considered).
• Advanced job-related degrees an asset.
• P. Eng or equivalent in a related engineering field preferred.
• Possess a strong knowledge of aircraft certification procedures.
• Possess a strong knowledge of avionics and electrical systems.
• Familiar with FAR part 23 and 25 aircraft. Part 27 and 29 helicopters is an asset.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office suite. CAD software is an asset (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks preferred).
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally for work.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English (both written and verbal).

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a TC delegate person.
• Minimum 7 years of aircraft certification experience with responsibilities covering the design and certification of avionics/electrical modifications.
• Minimum 10 years of related aviation engineering experience, preference given to those with recent experience with Part 25 aircraft.
• Demonstrated capability and competency in field of expertise.

Avionics/Electrical Engineer - Calgary, AB

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 DOE

Relocation Offered

Reporting