Senior System Engineer

Morson Talent (Canada & USA); Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design of avionics systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in systems engineering, strong knowledge in avionics integration, and a relevant bachelor's degree. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from CA$100,000 to CA$130,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years in systems engineering including 3 years in aerospace or regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of avionics integration and aerospace communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-level design and architecture of avionics products.
• Prepare and maintain system requirements, compliance matrices, and test plans.
• Provide on-aircraft integration and support including flight testing.

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$130,000.00/yr

Employment Type: Permanent/Full-Time

Working Hours: M-F Standard Office Hours

Salary Expectation: $100-130k

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to take a lead role in driving systems engineering deliverables and processes. In this position, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including electrical, mechanical, software, and airworthiness engineers, as well as product managers, program managers, and customers—to ensure on-time delivery of advanced avionics products.

This role offers the opportunity to grow as a subject matter expert (SME), lead initiatives, and innovate at the system level. The position can be based at either our Kelowna, BC or Ottawa, ON office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-level design and architecture of avionics products.
• Prepare, review, and support proposal compliance matrices.
• Author, review, and maintain system requirements, compliance matrices, test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Develop and manage system safety deliverables (FHA, PSA, SSA, etc.).
• Deliver system documentation such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), user guides, installation manuals, and drawings.
• Support hardware-software integration, debug, and SIL creation.
• Provide on-aircraft integration and support, including developmental and certification flight testing.
• Manage lifecycle upgrades while maintaining compliance with safety and airworthiness regulations.
• Collaborate with airworthiness authorities (EASA, TCCA, FAA) and produce required certification artefacts.
• Mentor team members, lead design reviews, audits, and system verification activities.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for certification and operational use.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years in systems engineering, including at least 3 years in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of avionics integration, aerospace communication systems, and ground systems.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, RMSys).
• Experience with system safety assessment methodologies and relevant standards.
• Hands-on experience with Linux/Windows environments, networking, and system automation.
• Proficiency with system modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, ModelSim).

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with interface standards and protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, RS422/485, ARINC429, MIL-1553, PCIe.
• Experience with microprocessors, FPGAs, memory devices, and related interfaces.
• Knowledge of hardware qualification testing per RTCA DO-160.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards such as DO-254, ARP4754, DO-178, AS9100.
• Experience in RF, DSP, and Satcom technologies (e.g., Iridium, GPS), including FCC/IC/CE compliance.
• Knowledge of MASPS, MOPS, and ICAO standards (e.g., DO-262, DO-343, ED-242, TSO-C159e, ETSI EN301 473, ISED RSS-170, FCC Part 25).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Engineering Services and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing