Liaison Engineer - Avionics

KF Aerospace; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated engineering professional to provide essential support for aircraft avionics and electrical systems. With a focus on troubleshooting and coordination, this role involves working closely with maintenance teams and customers to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with design data. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical or Avionics Engineering and have experience in live aircraft operations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental plans, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health and Dental

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Personal (Wellness) Spending Account

Paid vacation and Personal time off

Opportunity to bank overtime

Pension matching plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Performance-based bonus program

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Avionics Engineering with relevant experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting avionics and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Liaise with OEMs and vendors for troubleshooting discrepancies.
• Coordinate engineering activities and manage project files.

Skills

Engineering Support

Troubleshooting

Coordination

Avionics Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Decision Making

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Avionics Engineering

10+ years relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

We’re all about the craft.

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training, and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,100 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

Do you have at least 2 years of work experience in aviation?

Do you enjoy troubleshooting and coordinating?

The qualified individual will be responsible for providing engineering support to maintenance as required for disposition of snags and supporting customers for the resolution of issues pertaining to design data interpretation and aircraft-specific deviations. The incumbent will be familiar with engineering and regulatory procedures and processes for aircraft electrical and avionics systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the focal point and respond to requests from maintenance, fleet, and customers for technical assistance related to aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Provide engineering support as required for disposition of discrepant conditions affecting aircraft or components in order to restore serviceable status, including assisting with interpretation of the manufacturer’s repair manuals, drawings, and other repair instructions.
• Respond to requests from maintenance when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems.
• Research and develop proposals to address issues related to aircraft avionics and electrical systems found during maintenance or modification.
• Liaise with aircraft OEMs, equipment vendors, STC holders, and other stakeholders for troubleshooting and the resolution of aircraft discrepancies.
• Participate in the coordination and monitoring of engineering activities, including the setup of project files, configuration control, progress tracking, and change management for design change projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Electrical or Avionics Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant experience OR a minimum of 10 years relevant experience.
• Experience providing engineering support for hanger aircraft and live aircraft operations.
• Familiarity with design philosophy of avionics and electrical systems for Boeing or Airbus commercial aircraft is preferred.
• Ability to analyze incomplete information and make timely decisions while mitigating risk factors.
• Willing to work extra hours when required to resolve AOG issues.
• Willing to travel as needed to support KF bases and customers.
• Able to work independently in an office environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office; AutoCAD experience is an asset.

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Personal (Wellness) Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• Opportunity to bank overtime
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Free financial advice
• Performance-based bonus program