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

HireOn; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company is seeking a skilled Avionics Project Engineer to lead the development of safety-critical electronic systems. In this dynamic role, you will bridge engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams, ensuring projects align with regulatory standards and timelines. You'll leverage your extensive experience in avionics design and risk management to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will have a significant impact on high-performance solutions used globally. This position offers a hybrid work model and competitive compensation, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Model

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in safety-critical system design.
• Solid knowledge of certified development processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution for hardware and software systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to meet targets.

Skills

Avionics Design

Risk Management

Project Leadership

Technical Risk Analysis

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering

Tools

DO-178C

DO-254

DO-160

Job description

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

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

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Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$140,000.00/yr

Montreal, QC (Hybrid – 6 months onsite, then remote flexibility) | Permanent Role

About The Hiring Company

We’re hiring on behalf of a Canadian technology company established in 2012, with a team of 50–100 professionals. The company specializes in developing mission-critical electronic systems with a strong track record of building high-performance, safety-certified solutions used globally in training and real-time operations.

Role Overview

As a

• Lead project execution for both hardware and software systems aligned with regulatory and industry standards
• Prepare engineering estimates and development plans
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to ensure deliverables meet quality, budget, and schedule targets
• Manage risk, prepare contingency plans, and maintain engineering processes
• Liaise with departments like Program Management, Certification, and Quality
• Support continuous product improvement and innovation initiatives
  
  
• Project leadership in hardware/software engineering for safety-critical systems
• Experience with certification standards: DO-254, DO-178C, DO-160, and other compliance frameworks
• Technical risk analysis and mitigation planning
• Engineering documentation, planning, and progress reporting
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, etc.)
  
  

Montreal, QC (Hybrid – 6 months onsite, then remote flexibility) | Permanent Role

About The Hiring Company

We’re hiring on behalf of a Canadian technology company established in 2012, with a team of 50–100 professionals. The company specializes in developing mission-critical electronic systems with a strong track record of building high-performance, safety-certified solutions used globally in training and real-time operations.

️ Role Overview

As a Project Engineer, you’ll bridge engineering, quality, certification, and manufacturing teams to deliver safety-critical technology projects. You’ll lead engineering efforts through all stages—from estimates and technical risk management to progress reporting and continuous innovation—while ensuring development aligns with industry standards and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project execution for both hardware and software systems aligned with regulatory and industry standards
• Prepare engineering estimates and development plans
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to ensure deliverables meet quality, budget, and schedule targets
• Manage risk, prepare contingency plans, and maintain engineering processes
• Liaise with departments like Program Management, Certification, and Quality
• Support continuous product improvement and innovation initiatives
  
  

Top Skills/Tools Required

• Project leadership in hardware/software engineering for safety-critical systems
• Experience with certification standards: DO-254, DO-178C, DO-160, and other compliance frameworks
• Technical risk analysis and mitigation planning
• Engineering documentation, planning, and progress reporting
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, etc.)
  
  

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering (or Computer Science)
• 7+ years of experience in safety-critical system design
• Solid knowledge of certified development processes and quality standards
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: CAD $100,000 – $140,000
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 40 hours/week | Hybrid Work Model | No Travel Required
  
  

Skills: avionics/hardware,risk management,flight management systems,rtca/do-254,mil-std-810,project,avionics design,aerospace engineering

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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