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

Industry Professionals; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian technology company is seeking an experienced Avionics Project Engineer to lead projects for safety-critical electronic systems. The role involves managing engineering execution, developing estimates, and ensuring compliance with various certification standards. Candidates must have at least 7 years of engineering experience, strong knowledge of DO-178 and DO-254, and a relevant bachelor's degree. This is a permanent, full-time position in a hybrid work setup based in Montreal. Join a firm renowned for innovation and excellence in the aerospace sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering execution for projects governed by safety and certification standards.
• Develop project estimates and engineering plans.
• Coordinate deliverables across teams.
• Ensure compliance with DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160.
• Monitor progress and prepare status reports.
• Support continuous product innovation and process improvement efforts.
• Act as the technical liaison with other groups.

Skills

Engineering experience in safety-critical system design

Leading hardware/software projects for regulated industries

Certification standards knowledge (DO-178, DO-254, DO-160)

Engineering planning and quality processes

Risk analysis and mitigation strategies

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Canadian citizenship or permanent residency

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
Application Deadline: June 20, 2025
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