Avionics/Electrical Engineer - Executive Search & Recruitment

The Avionics/Electrical Engineer – Authorized Person reports directly to the Director of Engineering. Matters related to Transport Canada (TC) delegate functions will be overseen by the Head of Airworthiness.
Core Competencies

Advanced understanding of Aircraft Certification Requirements
Experience with Aircraft Safety Analysis
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective use of aerospace/mechanical engineering principles
Engineering decision-making and judgement
Critical thinking and risk management
Problem solving and mathematical reasoning
Effective planning and project organizing
Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for certification of avionics/electrical equipment and systems in Part 23/25/27/29 aircraft.
Make findings of compliance against avionics/electrical certification standards within the TC scope of delegation.
Review and approve design, operation, and engineering documents.
Conduct Engineering Conformity Inspections.
Witness ground and flight certification tests.
Ensure all design and administrative paperwork related to project certification is maintained in accordance with the company DAPM and Engineering Procedures Manual.
Liaise with TC and/or foreign CAA staff as required.
Liaise with customers and suppliers as the technical contact when required.
Support other departments such as MRO, Avionics, Sales, and Customer Support.
Mentor junior design/engineering staff to assist their knowledge and skills growth.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering or Head of Airworthiness.

Key Performance Indicators

Adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
Maintenance of the necessary knowledge and technical competency required to carry out assigned tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with colleagues and customers.
Ability to maintain a high level of productivity without sacrificing quality.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision making.
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical and regulatory problems.
Ability to project a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and represent the company in a positive light.
Ability to manage project tasks in a logical and organized fashion with clear documentation.

Qualifications

Currently, or within the previous 12 months, hold a TC airworthiness delegation (AP within another company or DAR) and be eligible to be delegated as an avionics/electrical AP within the Avmax DAO.
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or electrical engineering (other qualifications may be considered).
Advanced job-related degrees an asset.
P. Eng or equivalent in a related engineering field preferred.
Possess a strong knowledge of aircraft certification procedures.
Possess a strong knowledge of avionics and electrical systems.
Familiar with FAR part 23 and 25 aircraft. Part 27 and 29 helicopters is an asset.
Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office suite. CAD software is an asset (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks preferred).
Willing to travel domestically and internationally for work.
Must be able to effectively communicate in English (both written and verbal).

Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience as a TC delegate person.
Minimum 7 years of aircraft certification experience with responsibilities covering the design and certification of avionics/electrical modifications.
Minimum 10 years of related aviation engineering experience, preference given to those with recent experience with Part 25 aircraft.
Demonstrated capability and competency in field of expertise.

Avionics/Electrical Engineer - Calgary, AB
Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 DOE
Relocation Offered
Reporting

Employment Type:	Full Time
Location:	Calgary , AB , Canada
Experience Required:	Mid-Senior Level
Date Published:	08 Oct 2019