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Avionics Design Engineer

Lead avionics system design, integration, and certification activities for STC development programs. Ensure regulatory compliance with TCCA, FAA, and EASA while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

  • On-site
  • Kelowna, BC
  • Posted Sep 9, 2026
  • Apply by Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Avionics Design & Certification Lead avionics system design and integration activities for STC development programs Develop and review avionics certification deliverables, including wiring diagrams, EWIS analyses, installation drawings, and equipment interface definitions Support and lead compliance demonstration activities for avionics systems (DO-160, system safety, EMI/EMC, ELA) Prepare and review Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA), Flight Manual Supplements (FMS), and related certification documentation Develop and execute certification plans and means of compliance for avionics systems STC Program Execution Lead end-to-end avionics engineering activities across concurrent STC programs Perform aircraft surveys and support avionics installation and integration activities Support ground and flight test campaigns, including certification test witnessing Manage multi-platform STC expansions and amendments for avionics systems Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness regulations (TCCA, FAA, EASA) for avionics systems Interface with the DAO Delegate and Transport Canada as required during certification activities Support DAO governance, including ACC participation, internal audits, and process improvement Technical Leadership & Mentorship Serve as a subject matter expert in avionics certification and system integration Mentor junior electrical and avionics engineers on certification processes and best practices Provide technical leadership across engineering, programs, and certification teams What You Bring Candidate Must Have’s Engineering degree in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, or Avionics Engineering Minimum 3+ years of experience in avionics certification and system integration Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility Demonstrated experience with STC development and avionics certification approval processes. Strong knowledge of TCCA airworthiness regulations and avionics compliance requirements (DO-160, system safety, EWIS) Experience reviewing and authoring complex technical certification documentation Willingness to travel as required This will make you stand out Transport Canada Delegate designation or eligibility Deep expertise in satellite communications (SATCOM), connectivity or data systems, or RF/antenna installations Experience with multi-aircraft STC programs or fleet-wide deployments Knowledge of DO-326A cybersecurity requirements Experience with FAA/EASA certification processes

What you’ll do

Lead avionics system design, integration, and certification activities for STC development programs. Ensure regulatory compliance with TCCA, FAA, and EASA while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

Requires an engineering degree in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, or Avionics and at least 3 years of experience in avionics certification. Must have a P.Eng. designation or eligibility and demonstrated experience with STC development and airworthiness regulations.

Listed skills

  • Technical DocumentationPreferred
  • EMI/EMCPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Avionics System Design
  • Avionics Certification
  • STC Development
  • EWIS Analysis
  • DO-160
  • EMI/EMC
  • TCCA Regulations
  • FAA Regulations
  • EASA Regulations
  • System Safety
  • Technical Documentation
  • Aircraft Integration
  • RF/Antenna Installation
  • SATCOM
  • DO-326A
  • Flight Testing

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Transportation
  • Manufacturing

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
3+ years
Apply by
Oct 9, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level
Application method
Direct apply is available