Avionics Airworthiness Engineer

Headquartered in Calgary, AB Eagle Copters Ltd. is a privately owned and operated business with over 40 years of experience in the helicopter industry. Eagle Copters has a well-earned reputation for taking a highly personalized approach to providing leading helicopter solutions to customers worldwide. Specializing in helicopter fleet management, including industry leading capabilities in sales, leasing, completions, product development and engineering, and a MRO provider to major OEM platforms.

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Position: Full Time

Hours: 8 am – 4:30 pm

Job Description:

Reporting to the VP of Engineering, the Avionics Airworthiness Engineer will be an integral member of the Eagle Design Approval Organization (DAO) and the primary Engineering team member responsible for airworthiness compliance and design approval of Avionics and Electrical technical solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Accountability for all Avionics and Electrical related Design Change Approval certification programs undertaken by the Eagle DAO.
• Make Findings of Compliance to Avionics and Electrical related Standards of Airworthiness as delegated by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA).
• Coordinate with TCCA on certification project objectives, planning, testing and schedule.
• Contribute to the development and operation of the Eagle TCCA DAO as part of the Airworthiness Control Committee (ACC).
• Create, review and approve certification data packages, including technical drawings,
• installation manuals, Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness, flight manuals, test plans, test reports, technical analyses, substantiation reports, certification plans, etc.
• Create, review and approve stand alone Minor Change Approvals as well as Minor changes to Eagle Design Approvals within the Avionics and Electrical scope.
• Manage engineering certification and design projects utilizing both internal and external resources ensuring successful project completion.
• Provide support for all customer and company Avionics and Electrical requests including providing certification assessments, technical solutions and proposals.
• Provide technical support to customers, installers, and the customer Technical Support team in support of the installation and certification of aeronautical products.
• Remain current on new Avionics and Electrical technical solutions and certification requirements based on customer input, regulatory updates and the latest trends in technology.
• Attend trade shows, workshops, conferences and training courses as directed by the company to ensure knowledge and skills are current and to expand delegation scope when required.
• Independently conduct online research and communicate with vendors to update understanding of avionics and electrical products.
• Develop, and enforce compliance with, internal policies, procedures, and standards to support continuous improvement.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues and delegate candidates.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:

• Current or previous TCCA delegation to make findings of compliance for Avionics and Electrical related airworthiness standards, or Equivalent current or previous delegation under a foreign regulatory body in the Avionics and Electrical specialty, or Proven eligibility for delegation in accordance with AWM 505 in the Avionics and Electrical specialty.
• Bachelor's degree, Diploma or equivalent in a related field (e.g. Aerospace, Electrical, Avionics, etc.).
• Eligibility for certification under APEGA or ASET.
• Minimum of 10 years aviation/aerospace engineering experience.
• Minimum of 10 years aviation electrical/avionics integration design, substantiation and airworthiness certification experience.
• Experience with aircraft certification and familiarity with TCCA CAR 521, 527, 529 and equivalents.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and effectively handle changing priorities.
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Possess a high degree of cultural awareness, respect, and sensitivity.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Adherence to regulatory / professional standards and company pol

Preference will be given to applicants who also possess:

• Part 27 or 29 Helicopter completions and/or STC experience.
• General aviation aircraft completions and/or STC experience.
• Engineering project management experience.
• Experience as an installer of avionics systems in addition to Engineering experience.
• Familiarity with FAA 8110‐3 and 337 Approvals procedures.

Why work at Eagle?

We believe that everyone should enjoy their job and their place of work. We are constantly striving to ensure our workplace is respectful, safe, and most importantly, a great place to be. Eagle puts a high value on cooperation, accountability, and dependability.

Eagle acknowledges and respects industry experience and bases wages on prior experience and qualifications.

The Eagle benefit package for permanent employees comprises of health, dental, vision care, paramedical coverage (massage therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture etc.), a health care spending account, travel medical insurance, life insurance, AD&D, short and long‐term disability and paid sick/personal days. We also offer a group RRSP program with company matched contributions. We hold employee appreciation and social events throughout the year, and on‐going learning and development programs.

Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and has policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices based on current Canadian legislation. We encourage applications from qualified aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, are a permanent resident or hold a current and valid authorization (i.e. work permit).

No phone calls will be accepted. We appreciate your interest but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.