Role: Open IMA Development Engineer / IMA Systems Architect

Location: Montreal, QC (Onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Domain – Aerospace

Keywords:
Open IMA, Integrated Modular Avionics, IMA Architecture, ARINC 653, ARINC 664, AFDX, DO-178C, DO-297, DO-254, Avionics Integration, Platform Integration, Certification, Aircraft Systems

NOTE - DO-297 is a must-have requirement.

Mandatory Skills:

· Hands-on experience with Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) / Open IMA system development

· Experience with IMA architecture definition, platform integration, and system configuration

· Robust understanding of IMA partitioning concepts and ARINC 653

· Experience with avionics platform integration including CPU, memory, and I/O resource allocation

· Experience managing avionics system interfaces and aircraft data networks

· Strong knowledge of AFDX / ARINC 664 standards

· Experience supporting avionics certification activities (FAA, EASA, Transport Canada, or equivalent)

· Knowledge of DO-178C, DO-297, and DO-254 standards

· Experience creating technical documentation and certification support artifacts





· Prior experience working with an Aircraft OEM or major aerospace organization

Key Responsibilities:

· Define and maintain Integrated Modular Avionics system architecture aligned with aircraft-level requirements

· Support Open IMA platform development, integration, and certification activities

· Configure partitions and ensure compliance with platform constraints

· Support verification, traceability, and certification documentation

· Manage avionics interfaces and resolve architecture/integration challenges

· Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams during design reviews

· Provide technical guidance on IMA architecture and platform integration best practices

Preferred Skills:

· Experience certifying Open IMA platforms with major certification authorities

· Aircraft-level avionics architecture experience

· Experience with application hosting and resource allocation

· Experience with aerospace organizations such as Airbus, Boeing, Collins Aerospace, Thales, Honeywell, Safran, GE Aerospace, or similar

Pay: $150,000.00-$180,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Open IMA Development Engineer / IMA Systems Architect (Canada)
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📍 Canada