Senior Test and Instrumentation Engineer

Essence Coaching Group; Barrie; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Test & Instrumentation Engineer to design and operate test systems for next-gen eVTOL aircraft. This senior role includes leading test development, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and driving engineering improvements. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in aerospace or automotive environments, strong problem-solving skills, and a leadership mindset. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and no fixed holiday cap.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

No fixed holiday cap

Group benefits plan

Stock purchase program

Hybrid work options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or automotive test engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle from concept to certification.
• Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 aerospace standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall test development activities and ensure safety compliance.
• Design and operate engineering test rigs and perform hardware testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality and delivery timelines.

Skills

Systems engineering experience

Test engineering experience

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Test and Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: CAD 120,000 – 165,000 gross/year

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Test & Instrumentation Engineer to take ownership of engineering test facilities supporting the development and certification of next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

This is a highly hands‑on, senior‑level role where you will design, build, operate, and evolve test systems and facilities in a fast‑moving engineering environment. Initially, you will act as the first dedicated test engineer, defining methodologies, tooling, and working principles. As the organization grows, this role is expected to evolve into a technical leadership and people management position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall test development activities, including test coverage, maintenance, and safety
• Define and influence test strategy and support the growth of the test organization
• Design, build, and operate engineering test rigs and facilities
• Perform hardware integration, assembly, and testing
• Operate test equipment and lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Develop test systems using first‑principles and systems‑led engineering approaches
• Collaborate closely with engineering, program management, and certification teams
• Apply relevant aerospace standards and specifications to all test activities
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality, productivity, and delivery timelines
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, safety, and certification requirements
• Act as a technical integrator between test, systems, and project teams
• Stay current with industry developments and emerging testing methodologies
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability
• Support the future build‑out and leadership of the test engineering team

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, test engineering, or instrumentation roles within aerospace or automotive environments
• Hands‑on experience with systems development and/or hardware testing
• Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle activities from concept to certification
• Experience working with ARP4754, ARP4761, and other relevant aerospace standards
• Familiarity with eVTOL certification frameworks (TCCA, FAA, EASA) is highly desirable
• Ability to work effectively in environments with evolving and changing requirements
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Leadership mindset with the potential to take on team management responsibilities

Whats Offered

• Competitive salary package
• No fixed holiday cap
• Competitive group benefits plan
• Company stock purchase program
• Hybrid work options
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced aerospace and eVTOL development