We have a position available in our Calgary, AB and Mississauga, ON offices for an Avionic Systems Senior Engineering Specialist is a technical leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of complex Avionics upgrade projects, make findings of compliance under DHC DAO and mentor the next generation of Avionics Engineers.This permanent position is based out of our Toronto office. Serve as the technical authority for the development and integration of new avionics functions and aircraft-level capabilities, leading advanced technical studies to enable seamless integration of complex aircraft systems. Effectively work with cross-functional teams to plan and track feature implementation, risk and mitigations and report to leadership Represent DHC on a global platform related to future development activities (such as ICAO working group, Airline Customer Flight Operations Steering Committees, RTCA working group, SAE committee) Liaise with certification authorities both domestic and foreign through the airworthiness office to address certification issues as they arise Review and approve design documents such as vendor drawings, test procedures, qualification reports and certification documents. Prepare technical reports to show compliance to the applicable certification requirements. Provide technical solutions to field and production line problems. Evaluate vendor technical proposals and internal Program Change Requests. Support aircraft test programs including Test Definition Sheets, aircraft equipment integration, aircraft test witnessing and subsequent test report development and review. Support in-service aircraft by creating and reviewing engineering modification packages based on customer change requests. Support in service aircraft fleet investigation by addressing in Service Difficulty Reports.



Bachelors or master’s degree in aerospace or Electrical Engineering Current or candidate-for Aircraft Certification Delegate AP/DAR preferred 10+ years experience in the design, installation, integration, testing, and certification of aircraft Electrical and avionics modifications. 5 years’ experience supporting airworthiness certification under a TCCA framework of working knowledge of system design, test and certification requirements of aircraft auto flight, communication, navigation including FMS, indication/recording systems, cabin, and onboard maintenance systems. Knowledgeable with ARP4754 (Guidelines for Development of Civil Aircraft and Systems), ARP4761 (Guidelines and Methods for Conducting The Safety Assessment Process on Civil Airborne Systems and Equipment) and Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS) is an asset. Knowledgeable with civil airworthiness FAR Part 23 & 25 avionics regulations and advisory material. Knowledgeable with industry advisory material including SAE, RTCA and ARP documents for applicable TCCA, EASA and FAA avionics certification requirements. Knowledge of the Dash 8 aircraft, the Twin Otter and CL415 aircraft design and operation is an asset. Familiarity with internationally recognized engineering design processes and standards is an asset Being a Design Approval Delegate from Transport Canada is an asset Demonstrated technical expertise and leadership in the aerospace industry Ability to travel to Flight Test, Vendor or Operator sites. can communicate at all levels of the organization and to all levels of our customer and representative organizations. Strong customer orientation. Ability to make decisions, which may involve others from various functions to exceed our customer’s needs. Robust integration skills, in both system partner management and system technical integration. Excellent organizational and planning skills, you can set priorities in order to achieve important milestones. #

📌 Avionics Senior Engineering Specialist (Mississauga)
🏢 De-Havilland-Aircraft-of-Canada-Lt
📍 Mississauga