Technical Expert Sr, Engineering - Avionics Systems

Technical Expert Sr, Engineering - Avionics Systems (Available in Montreal or Toronto)

Bombardier is a global leader, creating innovative and game-changing aircraft. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability, and safety. We are a global organization focused on working together with a team spirit.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as an Avionics Design Approval Representative (DAR) or Design Approval Delegate (DAD). After a familiarization period, the candidate will be expected to become an Avionics Systems DAD within Bombardier and be responsible for Avionics Systems DAD activities initially on the Bombardier Challenger product line. The expectation is to expand these activities in time across all Bombardier aircraft models and new aircraft development programs including Aftermarket and Defense

What are your contributions to the team?

In your role as an Avionics Systems DAD, you will be responsible for performing various tasks related to the development, testing, certification, production, and in-service support of Avionics Systems of state-of-the-art business aircraft.

More specifically:

• Be responsible and support the timely integration of systems, such as AFCS, Communication (VHF, HF, SATCOM, Datalink), Navigation (ADF, VOR, ILS, DME, TCAS, Transponder, IRS, GPS, FMS, Weather Radar), Displays (EFIS, EICAS, HUD, SVS), Information/Maintenance & Recording (IMS, OMS, Data load, CVR, FDR, AHMS), etc. on the aircraft.
• Support the definition and management of the overall systems and subsystems requirements to ensure safety, certification & aircraft design requirements and objectives are met
• Work with the system suppliers as well as other interfacing suppliers and disciplines on the program to ensure the system is properly designed to be integrated smoothly on the aircraft and meet certification requirements
• Witness or participate in selected certification tests, inspections, and/or audits
• Review and Approve Compliance Reports on behalf of Bombardier in accordance with approved Certification Plans
• Ensure aircraft avionics airworthiness is maintained per required regulations, regulatory standards, and guidance material
• Approve and recommend Certification Plans on behalf of Bombardier to secure regulatory authority acceptance of Means and Methods of Compliance and Level of Involvement
• Support the Final Assembly Line and In Service Aircrafts for any design related issues and bring them to closure
• Participate in the development and implementation of tools and processes as needed by the function to meet our organizational objectives

How to thrive in this role?

As our ideal candidate,

• You hold a university degree in Electrical, Electronics, Software, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Current or candidate-for DAD / DAR status preferred. (Has met the requirements of Transport Canada AWM 505 "Delegation of Authority" 505.409).
• You are familiar with and have a working relationship with TCCA, EASA or FAA.
• You are knowledgeable with civil airworthiness FAR Part 25 avionics regulations and industry advisory material including RTCA and ARP documents for applicable TCCA, EASA and FAA avionics certification requirements.
• You have extensive working experience with system design, test and certification requirements of aircraft auto flight, communication, navigation including FMS, indicating/recording systems, onboard maintenance systems, etc.
• Knowledge and/or Experience in Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) systems.
• You are familiar with the industry standards DO-178, DO-160, DO-254, ARP4754 and ARP4761.
• You have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• You have excellent problem-solving skills, work planning structure and prioritization.
• You can work well in a team environment.
• You are willing to travel.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Whether your candidacy is moving on to the next step of the hiring process or not, we will keep you informed by email or by phone. Join us at https://bombardier.com/en/careers/career-opportunities

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