Job Description: Professional Engineering - Electrical System Integration
Location: Greater Montreal Region, QC, Canada
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid (Currently 2 days on-site/week, transitioning toward 3 days on-site)
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Professional Engineer – Electrical Systems Integration to support prime aerospace platform development in the Greater Montreal area. In this role, you will be embedded within the functional engineering team responsible for developing, certifying, optimizing, and sustaining Electrical Power Generation & Distribution systems and lighting architectures across modern commercial/business aircraft platforms (including production lines and in-service fleets).
Key Responsibilities & Contributions
- System Design & Integration: Participate in technical improvements and continuous development of aircraft electrical systems, optimizing power generation and distribution architectures.
- Engineering Documentation: Author, review, and approve technical documents, design modifications, schematics, and integration reports for existing and next-generation aircraft programs.
- Trade Studies & Innovation: Conduct trade studies and technical evaluations for the introduction of new electrical technologies, balancing weight, performance, cost, and emissions reduction.
- Supplier & Cross-Functional Interface: Act as the direct electrical discipline liaison with tier-1 equipment suppliers and internal multidisciplined engineering teams (avionics, structures, airworthiness, manufacturing).
- Test & Certification Support: Ensure engineering activities align with civil airworthiness requirements (TCCA, FAA, EASA); support testing, troubleshooting, and compliance documentation.
- Knowledge Sharing: Capture operational lessons learned and standard practices within the Engineering System framework.
Candidate QualificationsEducation & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional engineering experience in electrical systems integration or related aerospace applications.
Technical Competencies
- Industry Standards: Solid working knowledge of aerospace standards, notably RTCA/DO-160, SAE standards, and MIL-STD guidelines.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with civil airworthiness regulations and advisory material (Transport Canada/TCCA, FAA, and EASA) pertaining to electrical systems and power distribution (FAR/CS Part 25 preferred).
- Systems Familiarity: Experience in primary/secondary electrical power distribution, power generation architectures, and aircraft exterior/interior lighting systems.
- Tools: Proficiency in standard engineering documentation, requirements capture, and Microsoft Office tools. Familiarity with CAD/schematic review or simulation environments is an asset.
Professional & Personal Attributes
- Languages: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Professional working capability in French is considered a strong asset.
- Location & Work Authorization: Candidates must be currently residing in Canada. Sponsorship is available for candidates holding a valid PGWP or Canadian Study Permit.
- Work Ethic: Strong problem-solving abilities, high autonomy, initiative, and the ability to operate effectively within cross-functional, multi-program environments.
