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Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process. City:

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Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). The role We are looking for an Airworthiness Engineer to join our Aerospace Research Centre and support aircraft modifications and research integrations across the Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) fleet, including newly introduced platforms such as the Global 6500. You would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. The Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) operates a small fleet of research aircraft under experimental flight permits. These aircraft are heavily-modified in-house to meet the flight research needs of partners and clients in the Canadian aerospace sector. Ongoing airworthiness of the aircraft is ensured through an internally-driven compliance process. The incumbent will be expected to use their engineering expertise to provide advice on the safety and risks associated with the design, development, and installation of equipment and any accompanying aircraft modifications required for flight research projects.



They will serve as an in-house resource during project development to identify and communicate airworthiness issues to other support personnel, and ensure that proposed aircraft installations meet NRC/FRL and Transport Canada airworthiness requirements. The incumbent will be expected to interact with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers, test pilots, engineers, designers, fabrication and aircraft maintenance personnel. Screening criteria Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates: Education Bachelor's degree in aeronautical or mechanical engineering; and Successful completion of the Transport Canada Aircraft Certification Specialty Course, or equivalent.

A Master’s degree in a related field would be considered an asset. For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency Experience Minimum of 15 years of aircraft modification-related engineering experience supporting major modification design for experimental installations, special-mission, or research-integration programs; Experience providing technical advice and recommendations to management and/or clients on engineering-related issues; Significant experience in the certification of aeronautical products or modifications to aeronautical products in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations,



or another regulatory system; and Experience managing complex technical projects involving multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix workplace.

Assets : Experience identifying and advising on airworthiness or certification challenges for new or non-standard technologies; Experience working with transport category (FAR 25/CAR 525) aircraft; Qualifications equivalent to a Transport Canada Design Approval Representative.

Condition of employment Secret clearance

A thorough security clearance process will be applied. For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) from the Ottawa Airport Pass Control Office; Working conditions: This position requires work to be performed on and around aircraft, and candidates must be physically able to perform the duties of this position. These duties include: working from elevated platforms, lifting moderate weights, and wearing personal protective equipment such as a respirator and safety goggles. The candidate is expected to work with chemicals and materials commonly found in the aircraft industry; Eligibility for membership as a Professional Engineer in Ontario (PEO); Ability to fly as a member of FRL aircraft crew; and Domestic and international travel will be required, with the possibility of extended stays.

Language requirements English Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests Assessment criteria Technical competencies Knowledge in one or more of aerospace structures/stress/loads, powerplant & emissions, hydro-mechanical systems, occupant safety & environm

📌 Airworthiness Engineer (Ahuntsic)
🏢 National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
📍 Ahuntsic