Avionics Project Engineer (DO-178 or DO-254)

Industry Professionals; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Montreal is seeking an Avionics Project Engineer to lead projects in aerospace and safety-critical systems. The role involves managing engineering execution, ensuring compliance with certification standards, and contributing to innovative solutions. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in safety-critical design and a relevant engineering degree.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience in safety-critical system design.
• Proven track record in leading hardware/software projects for regulated industries.
• Experience with certification standards like DO-254, DO-178C.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering execution for projects governed by safety and certification standards.
• Develop project estimates, engineering plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160, and internal development processes.

Skills

Engineering experience in safety-critical system design

Risk analysis and mitigation strategies

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Job description

Avionics Project Engineer (DO-178 or DO-254)

Location : Hybrid Montreal, QC, Canada (6 months onsite, then remote flexibility)

Industry : Aerospace & Safety-Critical Electronic Systems

Compensation : CAD $100,000 $140,000

Type : Permanent, Full-Time

Were hiring on behalf of a Canadian technology company that develops high-performance, safety-certified electronic systems used globally in real-time training and operational environments. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Montreal, the company has a team of 50100 professionals delivering mission-critical solutions for aerospace, defense, and other high-reliability industries.

Must-Have Skills & Experience :

7+ years of engineering experience in safety-critical system design

Proven track record in leading hardware / software projects for regulated industries

Experience working with certification standards such as DO-254, DO-178C, and DO-160

Strong knowledge of engineering planning, estimates, documentation , and quality processes

Skilled in risk analysis and mitigation strategies

Effective communicator and cross-functional collaborator

Bachelors degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering , or Computer Science

Canadian citizenship or permanent residency required

Responsibilities

Lead and manage engineering execution for projects governed by safety and certification standards

Develop project estimates, engineering plans, and risk mitigation strategies

Coordinate deliverables across teams spanning hardware, software, QA, certification, and manufacturing

Ensure compliance with DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160, and internal development processes

Monitor progress, prepare status reports, and resolve issues impacting timelines or quality

Support continuous product innovation and contribute to process improvement efforts

Act as the technical liaison with Program Management, Quality Assurance, and Certification groups

Why This Role

Contribute to mission-critical systems used in real-time training and aerospace operations

Work in a hybrid setup onsite collaboration followed by remote flexibility

Join a company with a strong culture of technical excellence and innovation