FMS System Engineer

CMC Electronics; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance paid at 100%

Pension plan with employer participation

Financial assistance program for studies

On-site cafeteria at low cost

Job summary

CMC Electronics is looking for an experienced FMS Systems Engineer to join their navigation systems design group in Montreal, QC. This hybrid position involves collaborating with internal teams and contractors to develop innovative Flight Management Systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in avionics design, extensive experience with FMS, and familiarity with C/C++. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and group insurance.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in FMS system design or development.
• Demonstrate experience developing real-time embedded systems.
• Effective communication skills and team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate customer requests and develop technical responses.
• Interface with system designers and customer representatives.
• Ensure system synthesis and design a functional system.

Skills

FMS system design experience

Knowledge of ARINC 702A standard

Knowledge of RNP and FANS Datalink concepts

Familiarity with C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical, aerospace, or computer engineering

Tools

Rhapsody

Simulink

SCADE

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Montreal, QC (hybrid). Shift: day. Unionized position.

CMC Electronics (CMC) has earned an international reputation for innovation and excellence in the design, manufacturing and support of electronic products for the aviation markets. CMC is focused on delivering innovative cockpit and avionics system integration solutions to commercial and military customers worldwide.

Its principal facilities are located in Montreal, Ottawa, Chicago and Reston, Virginia. CMC is a major supplier to the aerospace and high‑technology industries, airlines, military agencies and government customers worldwide.

Why join our navigation systems design group team?

As a FMS Systems Engineer, you will work within the navigation systems design group and be responsible for conducting and/or directing systems engineering activities related to the design and development of Flight Management Systems.

The systems engineer will participate in all aspects of the design and development of avionics functions and aircraft modernization projects. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and customer representatives. CMC provides training as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate customer requests and develop technical responses and solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Interface with other system designers (team members and contractors) and customer representatives to assess the impact of proposed concepts and recommend solutions to meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Understand the problems related to the design of avionic systems, ensure system synthesis, and design a functional system.
• Follow up with hardware and software development teams.
• Ensure the validation and verification of principles and translate functional design into solutions for hardware and software development.
• Contribute to all phases of the system development life cycle, including requirements analysis and monitoring, design, development, testing, and deployment.

Required Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in FMS system design or development and broad knowledge of FMS functions.
• Knowledge of main FMS functions (ARINC 702A standard), as well as RNP and FANS Datalink concepts.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations (FAA AC20-138, FAA TSO-C115, RTCA DO-236/283, EASA CS-ACNS).
• Familiarity with C and C++ development languages.
• Experience with model‑based development tools (Rhapsody, Simulink, SCADE).
• Knowledge of Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) standards.
• Aircraft pilot experience is an asset.

Desired Qualifications

• Hold a or equivalent Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical, aerospace, or computer engineering, or equivalent.
• Possess at least five (5) years of relevant experience in the development, validation, and/or verification of commercial or military avionics systems (FMS, sensors, displays, autopilot, MCDU, etc.).
• Demonstrate experience developing real‑time embedded systems, including hardware/software integration.
• Have good knowledge of civil and military avionics standards and practices, including DO-178 (or equivalent), MIL-STD-1553, and ARINC 429.
• Possess effective communication skills, initiative, and the ability to coordinate issue resolution and work within a team.

Benefits

• Group insurance paid at 100% and pension plan with employer participation.
• Financial assistance program for studies.
• Free electrical terminals.
• On‑site cafeteria at low cost.
• Closed during the end‑of‑year holidays.
• International‑calibre company on a human scale.

CMC is committed to employment equity and to the equal access program. CMC encourages members of designated groups to apply for jobs. Please note that the use of the masculine gender is only intended to lighten the text.