Junior Avionics Engineer

Socket.dev; Dorval; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Attractive benefit plan

Growth opportunities

Global collaboration

Job summary

Top Aces seeks a Junior Avionics Engineer to help research, evaluate, integrate, certify, and sustain avionics systems across civil and military platforms. Under guidance, you’ll contribute to modifications, upgrades, and fleet modernization while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You’ll assist in documentation, analyses, system integration, and certification support, and participate in evaluating and selecting avionics systems for communications, navigation, flight instruments, and mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux, and software development methods – asset.
• Knowledge of Configuration Management, Airworthiness Clearance and Certification concepts.
• Knowledge of aircraft design rules and standards.
• Fluent with MS Office; SharePoint is an asset.
• Proficient with AutoCad; Solidworks experience is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent written and spoken English; French or German is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support research, evaluation, integration, certification, and sustainment of avionics systems.
• Contribute to aircraft modification programs, avionics upgrades, and fleet modernization.
• Prepare technical documentation, analyses, system integration activities, and certification support.
• Evaluate and select commercial and military avionics systems; support integration of comms, navigation, flight instruments, and mission systems.
• Deliver safe, reliable, and effective technical solutions for current and future needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Interpersonal communication

Fluent English

French/German asset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

Solidworks

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Windows

Linux

Job description

Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.

We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.

Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.

Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

Join our team!

Position Summary & Duties

The Junior Avionics Engineer supports the research, evaluation, integration, certification, and sustainment of avionics systems across for both civil type certified and military non-type certified aircraft. Working under the guidance of senior engineering staff, the incumbent contributes to aircraft modification programs, avionics system upgrades, and fleet modernization initiatives while ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, airworthiness, and operational requirements.

The role assists in the development and implementation of modifications, including the preparation of technical documentation, engineering analyses, system integration activities, and certification support. The Junior Avionics Engineer also participates in the evaluation and selection of commercial and military avionics systems, supporting the integration of communications, navigation, flight instruments, and mission systems.

The Junior Avionics Engineer helps deliver safe, reliable, and effective technical solutions that support current and future operational requirements.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop expertise in avionics system integration, aircraft certification and military capability development.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer or Aerospace Engineering or applicable equivalent (to this job description)
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux computer operating systems, and software development methods/processes, an asset
• Knowledge of Configuration Management, Airworthiness Clearance, Certification and Design concepts;
• Knowledge of aircraft design rules and standards;
• Fluent with the Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of SharePoint, an asset
• Able to draw engineering drawings with AutoCad. Solidworks experience an asset.
• Possess effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Good knowledge of technical publications for aircraft and training systems.
• Strong organizational skills to meet tight deadlines
• Fluent written and oral communications skills in English
• Professional proficiency in French and or German, an asset

Working Conditions

• Occasional International travel will be required

Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:

You will have the following responsibilities in order to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:

Employees are responsible for:

• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Position requires Controlled Goods Clearance and must be eligible to receive a Level 2 (Secret) Clearance

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule;
• Attractive benefit plan.

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.