Software and Hardware Senior Engineering Specialist (SWEL) - Pool Posting

Bombardier; Dorval; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Competitive salary

Retirement plan

EAP

Tele Health Program

Job summary

Bombardier in Dorval, Canada, seeks a senior avionics engineer to review supplier airborne software and hardware designs, ensuring compliance with DO-178B/C and related standards. You will participate in system design reviews, assess certification plans, and mentor junior staff while advancing the SWEL domain roadmap.

This leadership role demands 15+ years in engineering, with aerospace experience. Strong knowledge of FPGA/ASIC, multiple languages, and a proactive mindset are essential;

Qualifications

• 15+ years in a technical engineering field with 10+ years in aeronautics.
• 5+ years FPGA/ASIC development or embedded software for aerospace.
• Thorough knowledge of DO-178B/C, DO-248B/C, DO-254, DO-330; EASA FAA guidelines.
• Pro‑active, adaptable with strong accountability and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier's airborne software and electronic hardware designs for compliance.
• Participate in preliminary and critical system design reviews.
• Review and assess certification plans for airborne software/hardware.
• Review and assess FPGA/ASIC/PLD designs.
• Perform technical and process audits at supplier facilities.
• Perform safety of flight reviews.
• Assess software and hardware test results and determine final compliance status.
• Lead resolution of safety, compliance or technical deficiencies with suppliers and Bombardier stakeholders.
• Prepare and/or review design compliance reports.
• Contribute to the evolution of the SWEL domain roadmap.
• Mentor less experienced professionals.

Skills

C

C++

Ada

Assembly

Python

FPGA/ASIC

RTOS

Aerospace knowledge

Education

University engineering degree

OIQ member

Tools

DOORS

JAMA

Job description

Why join us?

We design, build and maintain the world's peak‑performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and pushes the boundaries of what is possible, prioritizing employee growth and development so that everyone can reach their full potential on their own terms.

Benefits

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

Responsibilities

• Review and assess supplier's airborne software and electronic hardware designs to ensure they meet Bombardier's technical and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in Bombardier preliminary and critical system design reviews.
• Review and assess supplier's airborne software and electronic hardware certification plans.
• Review and assess supplier's airborne software and electronic (FPGA, ASIC, PLD) designs.
• Perform technical and process audits at supplier facilities.
• Perform safety of flight reviews.
• Assess software and hardware test results and analyses, and determine final compliance status.
• Lead the resolution of safety, compliance or technical deficiencies with suppliers and Bombardier stakeholders.
• Prepare and/or review design compliance reports.
• Contribute to the evolution of the SWEL (Software and Electronics) domain roadmap.
• Mentor less experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• University engineering degree in Electronics, Software, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in a technical engineering field, including at least 10 years in aeronautics.
• Minimum of 5 years of FPGA or ASIC development and/or embedded software development for aerospace applications.
• Thorough working knowledge of airborne software and electronic hardware guidance and means of compliance (RTCA DO‑178B/C, DO‑248B/C, DO‑254, DO‑330; EASA CM‑SWCEH‑002; FAA AC 20‑115D, 20‑152A; FAA Order 8110.49A and 8110.105A).
• Knowledge of requirements capture environments (DOORS, JAMA).
• Working knowledge of multiple programming languages (C, C++, Ada95, Assembly, Python) and multiple hardware description languages.
• Knowledge of embedded computer architectures and operating systems with real‑time executives.
• General knowledge in electronics and software programming.
• Experience with civil aircraft and airworthiness authorities.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• Pro‑active, adaptable, and flexible with a strong sense of accountability and integrity.

We encourage individuals who may not meet every listed qualification to apply; we are looking for great talent and passion.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.