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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to lead critical technology projects. This role involves bridging engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. You will manage project execution, prepare estimates, and coordinate efforts across various departments. With a focus on safety-critical systems, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers a hybrid work model with competitive compensation.

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

Project leadership in hardware/software engineering for safety-critical systems

Technical risk analysis and mitigation planning

Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Engineering documentation and progress reporting

Education

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

Tools

DO-254

DO-178C

DO-160

Job description

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