Lead the Avionics & Communication IPT, ensuring alignment with overall aircraft program objectives.
Own scope, schedule, cost, and quality deliverables for avionics systems.
Coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, software, V&V;, certification).
Act as the primary interface with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Communication systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, data links)
Flight control & monitoring interfaces
Drive system-level trade studies, technology selection, and interface definitions.
Ensure system design complies with: o ARP4754 A / ARP4761
DO-178 C (Software)
Develop and review:
System Requirements (SRD)
Interface Control Documents (ICD)
Responsibilities
Program & IPT Leadership :
Lead the Avionics & Communication IPT, ensuring alignment with overall aircraft program objectives.
Own scope, schedule, cost, and quality deliverables for avionics systems.
Coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, software, V&V;, certification).
Act as the primary interface with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
System Architecture & Design:
Define avionics system architecture, including:
Communication systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, data links)
Navigation systems (GNSS, INS, radio navigation aids)
Flight control & monitoring interfaces
Drive system-level trade studies, technology selection, and interface definitions.
Ensure system design complies with: o ARP4754 A / ARP4761
DO-178 C (Software)
DO-254 (Hardware)
Develop and review:
System Requirements (SRD)
Interface Control Documents (ICD)




Architecture documents
Integration & Validation:
Lead avionics system integration activities (LRU/system level).
Oversee verification & validation (V&V;) strategy and execution:
HIL/SIL simulations
Ground & flight testing support.
Ensure proper system interoperability across subsystems (EWIS, power, cockpit systems).
Certification & Compliance:
Drive certification activities in line with:
FAA / EASA / DGCA regulations
Manage certification artifacts:
PSAC, PHAC, PDR/CDR reviews
Compliance matrices
Test plans & reports
Interface with DERs, ARs, and certification authorities.
Stakeholder & Customer Management:
Act as technical focal point for avionics domain.
Present design progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
Support proposal/RFQ responses, estimation, and technical solutioning.
Risk & Configuration Management:
Identify and mitigate technical risks and integration issues.
Ensure adherence to configuration management and change control processes.
Manage dependencies across IPTs (structures, propulsion, electrical).
Experience:
12-18+ years in aerospace/aviation domain.
Strong exposure to:




Avionics system development lifecycle
Aircraft NPD programs.
Experience in leading IPTs or large cross-functional teams is mandatory.
Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of:
Avionics architectures & communication protocols (ARINC 429/664, CAN)
Flight deck systems & avionics integration
Certification standards (DO-178 C, DO-254, ARP4754 A)
Familiarity with:
MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody)
Simulation/integration environments
Understanding Of
EWIS integration
Electrical power systems interface with avionics
Leadership & Soft Skills
Robust program leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent stakeholder communication skills.
Ability to manage distributed (onsite-offshore) teams.
Strong problem-solving and risk management mindset.
Preferred Skills :
Experience with e VTOL / UAV / advanced air mobility programs.
Exposure to cybersecurity in avionics (DO-326 A).
Knowledge of digital thread / PLM environments (3 DX, Teamcenter).
Key Deliverables :
Avionics system architecture and design baseline.
Integrated and validated avionics systems.
Certification-ready documentation & compliance artifacts.
On-time IPT deliverables aligned with program milestones
Reporting Structure:
Reports to: Program Manager / Chief Engineer.
Leads: Avionics IPT team (System, Design, V&V;, Certification engineers).
Qualification:
Bachelor's / Master's in:
Aerospace Engineering.
Electronics & Communication.
Avionics / Electrical Engineering.

📌 Avionics & communications systems ipt leader (Montreal)
🏢 Katalyst CRO
📍 Montreal