GNSS System Engineer

CMC Electronics; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid group insurance

Pension plan with employer participation

Financial assistance for studies

On-site cafeteria at low cost

Job summary

A leading aviation technology company seeks a System Designer in Ontario to be part of their GNSS engineering team, innovating cutting-edge solutions. You will be engaged in the full lifecycle development of GNSS receivers, focusing on quality design and integration. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and five years of relevant experience in avionics are required. Excellent communication skills are necessary to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role offers comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with requirements management systems and DO-178 certification process.
• Five years of experience in GNSS development.
• Deep knowledge in GPS/GNSS receiver theory and design.

Responsibilities

• Participate in GNSS system development per standards.
• Design GNSS systems exceeding performance requirements.
• Resolve technical challenges related to technologies.

Skills

Requirements management systems (DOORS)

DO-178 certification process

Minimum operational performance requirements DO-229, DO-253, DO-401

Simulation tools (Matlab, Simulink)

Communication protocols (RS-232, RS-422, ARINC 429, Ethernet)

Avionics development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

Job description

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, in Virginia. CMC is a major supplier to the aerospace and high-technology industries, airlines, military agencies and government customers worldwide.

Why join our GNSS engineering team?

As a System Designer, you will be involved in the complete system development lifecycle of the new generation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers. You will be part of the GNSS engineering team responsible for designing best-in‑class system and software solutions for CMC customers. You will apply and maintain the various development standards imposed by the avionics field while improving industry GNSS standards and developing innovative solutions.

As a System Designer Your Key Responsibilities Include

• Participate in the development of new GNSS system solutions in accordance with company standards and industry methodologies.
• Design GNSS systems that meet and exceed industry performance requirements.
• Participate in all phases of development, including peer reviews.
• Resolve multiple technical challenges related to new and existing technologies.
• Review detailed execution plans and schedules with the project management team to ensure adequacy, completeness, and harmonization with the overall program plan.
• Generate system requirements documents for physical and logical interfaces.
• Define cockpit display formats and control operations in conjunction with the customer.
• Support change management related activities at the program level.
• Meet with customers to understand their challenges and propose valuable solutions.
• Act as a key player in the development, integration, and formalization phases of GNSS receiver solutions.

To Join Our Team, You Must

• Familiarity with requirements management systems (DOORS).
• Familiarity with the DO-178 certification process.
• Familiarity with minimum operational performance requirements DO-229, DO-253, and DO-401.
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as Matlab and Simulink.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (RS-232, RS-422, ARINC 429, Ethernet, etc.).
• Experience in avionics development.

To Excel In This Role, You Must Have

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university, or equivalent.
• Possess at least five (5) years of experience in GNSS development; years’ experience as a (job type or environment).
• Eligible to CGP (Controlled Goods Program).
• Deep knowledge and relevant experience in GPS/GNSS receiver theory, design, and application.
• Excellent ability to communicate complex information to technical and non-technical users.
• Advanced analytical, troubleshooting, and design skills.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of high-speed signal acquisition and analysis, FPGA, and ASICs.
• Experience working closely with AEH and software developers in the implementation and validation of requirements.

What We Offer

• 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.