Project Engineer - Avionics

PAL Aerospace; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Ottawa is seeking a skilled engineer to support aircraft modification and repair projects. Responsibilities include managing engineering changes, preparing compliance documentation, and working with aviation authorities. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in avionics systems. This position offers a range of benefits, including health insurance and travel perks.

Benefits

Personal travel privileges

Comprehensive health benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Tuition Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in a technical role supporting aircraft development.
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations from Transport Canada, FAA or EASA.
• Experience in preparation of engineering reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering design changes during installation.
• Support interfacing with customers and suppliers.
• Prepare engineering and airworthiness documentation.

Skills

Electrical engineering background

Knowledge of civil avionics

Problem-solving abilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Work on individual projects or as part of a group in all areas of aircraft modification and repair projects for wide range of aircraft from normal through transport category fixed and rotary wing.
• Support in interfacing directly with customers, equipment suppliers, TCCA / FAA / EASA and subcontractors in support of project requirements
• Perform on-site installation surveys as required
• Effectively communicate with on-site installation team during modification
• Manage Engineering design changes during installation
• Participate in and witness Flight / Ground / EMI testing
• Preparation of engineering and airworthiness documentation from modification conceptualization to final approval : Engineering analysis and reports, primarily in areas of avionicsAirworthiness approval documentationAirworthiness compliance reportsDesign models and engineering drawings for various aircraft modificationsTechnical publications such as maintenance manual supplements, Instructions for continued airworthiness, flight manual supplements, and flight test plans, analysis, and reports
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

We welcome applicants who have some of the following skills & qualifications :

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (preferably with a focus in Aerospace), a minimum of 3 years work experience in a technical role supporting aircraft development and or modifications related to avionics system, or any combination of education and relevant work experience applicable to the industry
• Knowledge and experience in civil avionics and electrical systems
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations and standards from Transport Canada, FAA or EASA
• Experience in preparation of engineering reports
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Here are some items we consider to be great assets :

• Experience with aircraft maintenance procedures such as AMM, WDM, IPC, scheduledmaintenance, test procedures, test equipment, safety practices, etc.
• Knowledge and experience with Functional Hazard Assessments, Systems Safety, FailureModes and Effects Analysis
• Knowledge and experience with environmental qualifications such as DO-160
• Proficient with use of electrical drafting in AutoCAD
• Experience in Design Approval Organization (DAO) activities

Here is what will help make you successful in the role :

• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment with strong interpersonalskills
• Excellent organization and time management capabilities to be able to work on multiple projectssimultaneously
• Excellent verbal communication, writing and publication skills with strong attention to detail.

What PAL Aerospace offers you :

• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• PAL days

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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