Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification (Avionics and Electrical)

Employment and Social Development Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 118,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Transport Canada is seeking a Regional Engineer in Calgary to lead aircraft certification activities within the Civil Aviation, Aircraft Certification Branch. You will oversee design change processes under CAR 521, provide certification services, and coordinate with national and international authorities to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires knowledge of avionics, electrical systems, and leadership in a multidisciplinary team, with emphasis on harmonization of standards

Qualifications

• Knowledge in the design and engineering analysis of Aircraft Systems and Equipment (Avionics), including communication, navigation, and instrument systems.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to aircraft electrical systems and electromagnetic compatibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide aircraft certification services and technical guidance to the aviation industry.
• Apply engineering expertise to assess aeronautical products and determine compliance with design and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Canadian and international authorities to support approval and harmonization of aeronautical products.
• Conduct oversight of Minister's delegates to verify regulatory compliance and established expectations.
• Exercise sound judgment and leadership in a multidisciplinary environment while supporting safe and innovative aviation products.
• Contribute to decisions that have a direct impact on aviation safety and the travelling public.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Strategic thinking

Education

Engineering degree or P.Eng eligibility

Job description

Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification (Avionics and Electrical)

Selection process number
26-MOT-EA-HRS-08299

Salary
$117,820 to $137,411-Under review

Level
EN-ENG-04

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Transport Canada .

Duties

Come make a difference in the development of tomorrow’s aeronautical products in an organization dedicated to safety.Regional Engineering manages Type Design change applications under CAR 521. These design changes may result in the issuance of approvals such as Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), Repair Design Approvals (RDAs), and Part Design Approvals (PDAs).As a Regional Engineer in Aircraft Certification, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and regulatory compliance of aeronautical products.

You will:

• Provide aircraft certification services and technical guidance to the aviation industry.
• Apply engineering expertise to assess aeronautical products and determine compliance with applicable design and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Canadian and international stakeholders, including civil aviation authorities, to support the approval and harmonization of aeronautical products.
• Conduct oversight activities of Minister's delegates to verify compliance with regulatory requirements and established expectations.
• Exercise sound judgment and leadership in a multidisciplinary environment while supporting safe and innovative aviation products.
• Contribute to decisions that have a direct impact on aviation safety and the travelling public.

Work environment

Bring your expertise and skills to challenging projects in a multidisciplinary environment that offers excellent work-life balance. We can offer you:
-The opportunity to be at the heart of the aircraft design certification process.
-A workplace that values work-life balance, teamwork, cooperation, respect, rigor, and excellence.
-Exposure to a wide range of aeronautical technologies, aircraft types, and airborne systems, both nationally and internationally.
-Opportunities to expand your engineering and certification expertise as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-A comprehensive benefits package.
Aircraft Certification operates in Regional Offices across Canada, as well as in the National Capital Region.

Intent of the process
The intention of this process is to staff 1 EN-ENG-04 position in Calgary, Alberta in the Civil Aviation, Aircraft Certification Branch at Transport Canada.A qualified pool of candidates will be established and may be used in the future to staff other positions at Transport Canada. Some of the possible locations of positions include: Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, and Moncton.

Positions to be filled
1

Other
Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally, as required.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and on weekends, as required.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION OR OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
The minimum standard for positions classified as EN is one, either, or both of Education or Occupational Certification.
When education is required, the minimum standard is:
ED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in an engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.
OR
When occupational certification is required, the minimum standard is:
OC: Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).
Note:
1. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.
2. Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or occupational certification.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge in the design and engineering analysis of Aircraft Systems and Equipment (Avionics), including communication systems, navigation systems, and instrument systems.
K2: Knowledge of engineering principles related to aircraft electrical systems and electromagnetic compatibility.

COMPETENCIES
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Thinking things through
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to work effectively under pressure.
A2: Ability to manage workload.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
AOC: Previous delegation or qualification to become delegated as an Aircraft Certification Delegate by Transport Canada.

ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience in providing guidance to others on the interpretation or application of regulations, standards or guidance material related to engineering activities.

ASSET KNOWLEDGE
AK1: Knowledge of Canadian civil aviation airworthiness requirements and their application to aeronautical product certification.

ASSET ABILITIES
AA1: Ability to manage projects.
AA2: Ability to lead teams.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Transport Canada is dedicated to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population it serves. In support of this, consideration may be given to qualified candidates who self-declare as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized communities, and women. Therefore, we encourage candidates to voluntarily indicate on their application if they are a member of one of these groups, by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity (EE) section.

To complete the questionnaire, you must be a member of an EE group and select Collection Purpose 1 to be considered for job opportunities where belonging to an EE group is a condition for eligibility, or a screening or selection criterion specifically targeting EE groups.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.