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 opportunity 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

Solid 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

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