We’re Hiring: Structural Design and Airworthiness Engineer – Permanent – Kelowna, BC
We are seeking an experienced Structural Design and Airworthiness Engineer to join a Design Approval Organization (DAO) in Kelowna, BC.
This is an excellent chance for a structural engineer with strong aircraft modification, STC, and certification experience to take a key technical role supporting multiple aviation programs.
Key Responsibilities: Lead structural analysis and substantiation for STC programs, including equipment installations and airframe modifications
Perform stress, fatigue, damage tolerance, and repair assessments
Develop and review structural substantiation reports, load analyses, engineering drawings, and certification documentation
Establish certification plans and means of compliance
Ensure compliance with applicable FAR/CAR 23, 25, 27, and 29 requirements
Support TCCA, FAA, and EASA certification activities
Conduct aircraft surveys and installation reviews
Interface with DAO delegates, Transport Canada, and other regulatory authorities
Support multiple concurrent STC development programs
Collaborate with avionics, systems, and mechanical engineering teams




Review supplier structural documentation and qualification data
Develop structural content for Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)
Serve as a subject matter expert for structures and structural certification
Qualifications: Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline
3+ years of aircraft structural analysis and certification experience
Experience with STC structural substantiation and certification processes
Strong knowledge of FAR/CAR 23, 25, 27, and/or 29
Experience with FEM/FEA and classical structural analysis methods
P.Eng. designation or eligibility
Transport Canada Structures Delegate designation or eligibility is highly desirable
Rotorcraft structural certification experience is an asset
Composite structures analysis and repair experience is an asset
FAA DER Structures experience is an asset
Experience with avionics equipment installations, including racks, trays, and antenna attachments, is beneficial
Willingness to travel as required

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📌 Structural Design and Airworthiness Engineer (Kelowna) (British Columbia)
🏢 Morson Human Resources
📍 British Columbia