Shape certification compliance for Horizon’s Cavorite X7, applying aerospace engineering expertise to hybrid-electric propulsion and novel powered-lift systems.

This Senior Engineer role supports the Cavorite X7 hybrid-electric eVTOL from demonstrator toward certified aircraft. You will propose compliance approaches for batteries, high-voltage systems, distributed lift, and transition flight. The position combines technical writing, regulatory analysis, testing coordination, traceability, and certification risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop compliance approaches for novel powered-lift aircraft features
- Track VTOL rulemaking and assess technical impacts
- Write and review compliance reports, test plans, and test reports




- Maintain traceability from regulations through verification evidence
- Identify certification risks and propose appropriate mitigations

Requirements:

- Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- Five or more years in aerospace design and development
- Experience with airworthiness and certification activities
- Programme management skills for planning certification deliverables
- Solid written and verbal communication skills

Use compliance engineering, certification planning, and technical communication skills to advance Horizon’s powered-lift aircraft programme.

📌 Senior eVTOL Certification Compliance Engineer (Ottawa)
🏢 Horizon Aircraft
📍 Ottawa