Avionics Engineer Intermediate

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSP Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Long Service Awards

Volunteer Grant Program

Scholarship Program

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence is seeking an Avionics Engineer to manage lifecycle support for avionics/electrical systems. You will work under the Aircraft Engineering band, supporting design improvements and performance optimization to control lifecycle costs.

The role involves collaboration with engineers, life cycle specialists, and customers to ensure airworthiness, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with contractual requirements. Security clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• B.Eng or B.Sc.Eng in Avionics/Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility for registration in ENS.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Knowledge of MS Office and Windows environments.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience with aircraft avionics/electrical systems is desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and MIL specs.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifecycle management of avionics/electrical systems.
• Support repair design and performance monitoring of aircraft systems.
• Analyze design deficiencies and recommend rectifications.
• Prepare and review Statements of Work and engineering reports.
• Coordinate with customers and internal departments for airworthiness.
• Assist in scheduling, progress tracking, and cost control on projects.
• Carry out troubleshooting and engineering analyses as required.

Skills

Avionics engineering

Team collaboration

Project management

MS Office

Excellent communication

Written & presentation skills

Education

B.Eng/B.Sc in Avionics

Tools

AutoCAD

Drafting software

MIL specs knowledge

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever‑growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

Position Overview

Responsible to the Avionics Engineering Supervisor, Aircraft Engineering, for the conduct of engineering support and life‑cycle management of avionics/electrical systems. The Avionics Engineer will support Engineers and/or Life Cycle Specialists in repair design, monitoring of aircraft system performance and maintenance requirements, and the recommendation of improvements as necessary to optimize life‑cycle costs.

The Avionics Engineer will report to the IMP Group Ltd. – Aerospace and Defence location near the Halifax International Airport.

What You Will Do

• Liaise with the customer, IMP senior management and the various company departments as required to ensure airworthiness, cost effectiveness and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Analyze design deficiencies and make recommendations for rectifications.
• Represent the company at technical meetings with the customers, the aircraft manufacturer or other agencies as required.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals for work to be carried out in the section.
• Review reports for accuracy, grammar and technical accuracy.
• Prepare and review Statements of Work as required.
• Provide technical advice as requested and required.
• Where assigned overall responsibility for particular projects, shall exercise control over scheduling, progress, material and costing directly controlled by Engineering.
• Prepare engineering reports, ground test plans and studies.
• Complete technical investigations, services and engineering support activities as required.
• Carry out troubleshooting and analysis as required supporting aircraft maintenance programs.
• Complete electrical engineering design for refit/modification/repair/rework/prototype installations.
• Complete analyses and prepare engineering reports.
• Participate as a team member on major projects which may be based in other sections/departments within the Engineering branch.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• B. Eng or B. Sc. (Eng) in Avionics/Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility for registration in ENS.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the MS Office and MS Windows environments.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of project management concepts.
• Experience with military or commercial aircraft or equivalent engineering experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of aircraft avionics/electrical systems.
• Familiar with engineering drawings and related MIL specs, preferably aircraft.
• Drafting experience in AutoCAD or other drafting software will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of civil or military airworthiness and certification will be considered an asset.
• Experience can range from 0 to 20+ years. Salary is commensurate with years of experience.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances.
• Incumbents must be able to pass and maintain Public Works Government Services Canada (PWGSC) and Transport Canada security clearances.

What We Will Do For You

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!

EMPLOYMENT EQUALITY STATEMENT

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.