Top Benefits
About the role
Join Our Dynamic Team at SKYTRAC
About Us:
SKYTRAC is a leader in transforming aviation communication through cutting-edge satellite and cellular technologies. Trusted by operators, OEMs, and organizations worldwide, SKYTRAC serves over 800 customers across all aerospace sectors. Our Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions are redefining connectivity and reshaping the future of aviation.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join SKYTRAC as a Senior Systems Engineer, where you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our cutting-edge avionics products. In this role, you will take ownership of all Systems Engineering deliverables and processes, working closely with a multidisciplinary team of electrical, mechanical, software, and airworthiness experts, as well as product managers, program managers, and customers. You will ensure the on-time delivery of innovative solutions while driving design excellence and system-level innovation. This position also offers pathways to leadership, subject matter expertise, and the opportunity to design and create at the forefront of aviation technology.
This position can be based out of our Kelowna, BC or Ottawa, ON office.
Responsibilities include:
- System level design and architecture of avionics products.
- Review, complete and support proposal compliance matrices responses.
- Become a subject matter expert (SME) for SKYTRAC products.
- Ownership, formal review, authoring and maintenance of System Requirements, Compliance Matrices, System Test Plans, Procedures, Test Reports.
- Ownership of other System Engineering safety deliverables (FHA, PSA, SSA, etc.).
- Ownership of System Deliverables such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), User Guides / Installation Manuals and drawings.
- Hardware-software integration and debug, SIL creation.
- On aircraft integration and support.
- Developmental and certification flight test support.
- Manage lifecycle upgrades while ensuring compliance with airworthiness and safety regulations.
- Collaboration with and creation of artefacts required by airworthiness authorities (EASA, TCCA, FAA).
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams including avionics engineers, software developers, and operations personnel.
- Provide technical mentorship and lead design reviews, technical audits, and system verification activities.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for certification and operational use.
What You Bring
Candidate Must Have’s
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7+ years in system engineering roles, with at least 3 years in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
- Strong knowledge of avionics integration, aerospace communication systems, and ground systems.
- Proficient with Requirements Management tools and associated methodologies (DOORS, RMSys).
- Experience with system safety assessment methodologies and relevant standards.
- Hands-on experience with Linux/Windows environments, networking, and system automation.
- Proficient with system modelling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, ModelSim,..)
This will make you stand out:
- Knowledge of interface standards and protocols such as: SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular), RS422/485, ARINC429, MIL-1553, PCIe.
- Proficient and experience with u-processors, FPGAs and memory devices and associated interfaces.
- Knowledge and experience with hardware qualification testing in accordance RTCA DO-160.
- Knowledge of other aerospace standards such as DO-254, ARP4754, DO-178, AE AS9100.
- Experience in: RF, DSP, Satcom (e.g. Iridium, GPS), FCC/IC/CE compliance.
- Familiar with relevant MASPS, MOPS and ICAO standards (e.g. DO-262, DO-343 /ED-242, TSO C159e, ETSI EN301 473, ISED RSS-170, FCC Part 25)
Why join SKYTRAC:
At SKYTRAC, we are a dynamic team of passionate experts. We are driven and dedicated; we take ownership of our work, and we are committed to delivering results. We value individuals who are proactive, take initiative, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity in everything they do. We thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, embracing challenges with agility. Our commitment to growth and development has made us the trusted subject matter experts we are today.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- A positive and collaborative work culture
- Engaging team-building activities
- Flexible work hours
- Performance-based bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
- Additional days off beyond vacation entitlement
About SKYTRAC Systems
SKYTRAC, an aerospace leader in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications and intelligent connectivity, provides innovative technology solutions to some of the world's largest organizations. SKYTRAC's work helps aerial firefighters save our forests, allows search and rescue teams to navigate dangerous environments, provides coast guards and militaries with mission-critical capabilities, and helps empower humanitarian missions worldwide.
SKYTRAC's technologies can be found on fixed-wing, rotorcraft, uncrewed aerial vehicles, and operational control centres on all seven continents. From custom software and hardware development to STC generation, SKYTRAC offers OEMs, operators, and systems integrators end-to-end products and services. Today, SKYTRAC serves 800+ customers on over 900 airframes and is a leading provider of satellite, cellular, and mission management services for nearly all aerospace sectors. To learn more, please visit www.SKYTRAC.ca.
Top Benefits
About the role
Join Our Dynamic Team at SKYTRAC
About Us:
SKYTRAC is a leader in transforming aviation communication through cutting-edge satellite and cellular technologies. Trusted by operators, OEMs, and organizations worldwide, SKYTRAC serves over 800 customers across all aerospace sectors. Our Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions are redefining connectivity and reshaping the future of aviation.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join SKYTRAC as a Senior Systems Engineer, where you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our cutting-edge avionics products. In this role, you will take ownership of all Systems Engineering deliverables and processes, working closely with a multidisciplinary team of electrical, mechanical, software, and airworthiness experts, as well as product managers, program managers, and customers. You will ensure the on-time delivery of innovative solutions while driving design excellence and system-level innovation. This position also offers pathways to leadership, subject matter expertise, and the opportunity to design and create at the forefront of aviation technology.
This position can be based out of our Kelowna, BC or Ottawa, ON office.
Responsibilities include:
- System level design and architecture of avionics products.
- Review, complete and support proposal compliance matrices responses.
- Become a subject matter expert (SME) for SKYTRAC products.
- Ownership, formal review, authoring and maintenance of System Requirements, Compliance Matrices, System Test Plans, Procedures, Test Reports.
- Ownership of other System Engineering safety deliverables (FHA, PSA, SSA, etc.).
- Ownership of System Deliverables such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), User Guides / Installation Manuals and drawings.
- Hardware-software integration and debug, SIL creation.
- On aircraft integration and support.
- Developmental and certification flight test support.
- Manage lifecycle upgrades while ensuring compliance with airworthiness and safety regulations.
- Collaboration with and creation of artefacts required by airworthiness authorities (EASA, TCCA, FAA).
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams including avionics engineers, software developers, and operations personnel.
- Provide technical mentorship and lead design reviews, technical audits, and system verification activities.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for certification and operational use.
What You Bring
Candidate Must Have’s
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7+ years in system engineering roles, with at least 3 years in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
- Strong knowledge of avionics integration, aerospace communication systems, and ground systems.
- Proficient with Requirements Management tools and associated methodologies (DOORS, RMSys).
- Experience with system safety assessment methodologies and relevant standards.
- Hands-on experience with Linux/Windows environments, networking, and system automation.
- Proficient with system modelling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, ModelSim,..)
This will make you stand out:
- Knowledge of interface standards and protocols such as: SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular), RS422/485, ARINC429, MIL-1553, PCIe.
- Proficient and experience with u-processors, FPGAs and memory devices and associated interfaces.
- Knowledge and experience with hardware qualification testing in accordance RTCA DO-160.
- Knowledge of other aerospace standards such as DO-254, ARP4754, DO-178, AE AS9100.
- Experience in: RF, DSP, Satcom (e.g. Iridium, GPS), FCC/IC/CE compliance.
- Familiar with relevant MASPS, MOPS and ICAO standards (e.g. DO-262, DO-343 /ED-242, TSO C159e, ETSI EN301 473, ISED RSS-170, FCC Part 25)
Why join SKYTRAC:
At SKYTRAC, we are a dynamic team of passionate experts. We are driven and dedicated; we take ownership of our work, and we are committed to delivering results. We value individuals who are proactive, take initiative, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity in everything they do. We thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, embracing challenges with agility. Our commitment to growth and development has made us the trusted subject matter experts we are today.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- A positive and collaborative work culture
- Engaging team-building activities
- Flexible work hours
- Performance-based bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
- Additional days off beyond vacation entitlement
About SKYTRAC Systems
SKYTRAC, an aerospace leader in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications and intelligent connectivity, provides innovative technology solutions to some of the world's largest organizations. SKYTRAC's work helps aerial firefighters save our forests, allows search and rescue teams to navigate dangerous environments, provides coast guards and militaries with mission-critical capabilities, and helps empower humanitarian missions worldwide.
SKYTRAC's technologies can be found on fixed-wing, rotorcraft, uncrewed aerial vehicles, and operational control centres on all seven continents. From custom software and hardware development to STC generation, SKYTRAC offers OEMs, operators, and systems integrators end-to-end products and services. Today, SKYTRAC serves 800+ customers on over 900 airframes and is a leading provider of satellite, cellular, and mission management services for nearly all aerospace sectors. To learn more, please visit www.SKYTRAC.ca.