Technical Lead, Aerospace Development

Work in Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ADGA is seeking an experienced Technical Lead, Aerospace Development to lead the design, development, evaluation and sustainment of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and related aerospace products in Ottawa, Canada. The role provides SME engineering support for Counter-UAS and requires hands-on leadership across multiple programs.

The successful candidate will coordinate with joint staff, suppliers and internal teams, develop and maintain airworthiness documentation, and drive technical decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, software, computer, systems, electrical, or related engineering field.
• Minimum 6 years in aerospace design, manufacture, and testing within the last 8 years.
• Experience with fixed-wing, rotorcraft, RPAS, space systems, missiles, and related aerospace products.
• Experience preparing airworthiness documentation: Plans, Permits, Risk Assessments, Statements of Operational Intent, EPMS.
• Ability to develop briefing notes and present engineering issues to senior management.
• Must hold or be eligible for Secret Level II security clearance and Controlled Goods Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate design, manufacture and testing of aerospace products.
• Develop reports, improvement studies, modification plans and project docs.
• Establish maintenance programs and oversee inspections.
• Provide engineering advice to Joint Staff and units.
• Engage in technical working groups and transfer of information.
• Visit facilities domestically and abroad for technical liaison.

Skills

Aerospace design

Airworthiness

Systems engineering

RPAS experience

Stakeholder liaison

Security clearance

Education

Engineering degree in aerospace or related field

Tools

CAD software

Airworthiness documentation tools

Job description

Ottawa’s tech sector is growing, and so are the opportunities! If you’re exploring your next role in tech, Work in Ottawa can help you learn about leading employers and exciting careers in Canada’s capital.

Led by Invest Ottawa, the city’s lead economic development agency, this initiative works alongside tech companies, recruiters and search firms, and community partners to spotlight the incredible innovation happening here and help connect great people with great opportunities.

We are excited to partner with ADGA to attract top talent for Technical Lead, Aerospace Development.

This job posting is a new position within our organization.

Job Description

ADGA is seeking an experienced Technical Lead, Aerospace Development to lead the design, development, evaluation, and sustainment of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and related aerospace products. This role involves providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in the form of engineering support for Counter-UAS.

Tasks Include

• Plan, recommend product improvement of existing and new systems.
• Produce equipment review reports, improvement studies, modification plans, and miscellaneous project documentation.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and improve maintenance program and issue special inspections.
• Provide engineering and technical advice and guidance to Joint Staff and units.
• Participate in technical working groups and support the transfer of technical information, when directed.
• Conduct staff visits to provide technical liaison and
• Visit domestic and foreign manufacturing and support facilities for technical and inquiry purposes.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAF (Canadian Armed Forces) aerospace technology roles in the areas of aircraft maintenance, aircraft operations or avionics would be considered preferrable.
• Proof of Engineering bachelor’s degree in aerospace, software, computer, systems, electrical or a suitable engineering or technical field required to support the Unmanned Aerial Systems.
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 6 years of experience (within the last 8 years) performing the following tasks in the aerospace industry or related field:
• Directing and coordinating the design, manufacture, and testing of aircraft and aerospace products.
• Evaluating designs to ensure compliance with engineering principles, customer requirements, and environmental regulations
• Developing acceptance criteria for design methodologies, quality standards, sustainment activities, and project timelines
• Inspecting malfunctioning or damaged systems to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Experience designing and developing a variety of aerospace products, including:
• Commercial and military fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters
• Remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) and rotorcraft
• Space systems, including launch vehicles and satellites
• Military missiles and rocket systems
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 6 years of experience (in the last 8 years) in the preparation of technical airworthiness documentation, which includes:
• Technical Airworthiness Clearance Plans
• Special Purpose Flight Permits
• Airworthiness Risk Assessments
• Statements of Operational Intent
• Engineering Process Manual Supplements (EPMS)
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 6 years experience in each of the following:
• Developing briefing notes and presentations to address engineering and technical issues pertaining to equipment.
• Liaising with stakeholders to support the life cycle management of equipment.
• Providing advice, guidance and recommendations on technical issues to support the decision-making of senior management.
• Demonstrated experience in developing advanced technologies in one or more of the following areas:
• Aerodynamic fluid flow
• Structural design
• Guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
• Instrumentation and communication systems
• Robotics
• Propulsion and combustion

Additional Information

• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret (Level II) Canadian Federal Government Security clearance.
• Would be required to hold a Controlled Goods Certificate at time of hire.

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