Senior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion
2 weeks ago
Senior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion Location: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary Range: CAD 165,000 – 210,000 gross/year About the Role A senior-level Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion is sought to lead the design, integration, and validation of advanced electric propulsion architectures for hybrid eVTOL aircraft. This role involves close collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to develop high-performance, safe, and certifiable propulsion systems, including motors, inverters, motor controllers, and power distribution units. You will be a key driver in defining system-level requirements, validating performance, and ensuring certification compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead system-level design and integration of electric propulsion units (EPUs), including motors, inverters, and thermal management components Define system and sub-system requirements, interface specifications, and performance targets aligned with vehicle-level needs Support development and verification of motor control algorithms and high-voltage power electronics Analyze and optimize propulsion performance across operational scenarios—hover, transition, and cruise Oversee thermal modeling and cooling strategies in collaboration with thermal and mechanical teams Coordinate with suppliers for component selection, integration, and validation according to aerospace standards Support safety and reliability analyses, including FMEA, FTA, FHA, and contribute to system architecture trade studies Participate in lab-based testing, HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) setups, and ground/flight test campaigns Develop and maintain documentation for system design, requirements traceability, and certification compliance Act as an integral technical contributor and interface between project management and other engineering teams Challenge the status quo and introduce new approaches to improve engineering quality, productivity, and delivery timelines Stay current with developments in electric propulsion, systems engineering, and eVTOL technologies Drive continuous improvement of processes to increase safety, efficiency, and reliability Requirements 7+ years of experience in aerospace or automotive systems engineering, covering all phases of the product lifecycle Hands-on experience with electric propulsion systems, high-voltage power electronics, or related disciplines Familiarity with eVTOL certification regulations (TCCA, FAA, EASA) Strong systems engineering background and experience with cross-disciplinary integration Proven ability to work in complex, fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills What is Offered Competitive senior-level compensation No fixed holiday cap Group benefits plan Company stock purchase program Hybrid work options Opportunity to work on cutting-edge eVTOL aerospace projects #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeSenior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion Location: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time Salary Range: CAD 165,000 – 210,000 gross/year About the Role A senior-level Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion is sought to lead the design, integration, and validation of advanced electric propulsion architectures for hybrid eVTOL...
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Senior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeSenior Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion Location: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-time Salary Range: CAD 165,000 – 210,000 gross/year About the Role A senior-level Systems Engineer – Electric Propulsion is sought to lead the design, integration, and validation of advanced electric propulsion architectures for hybrid eVTOL...
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Ottawa, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeA leading aerospace firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in electric propulsion for hybrid eVTOL aircraft. This role encompasses design, integration, and validation of propulsion systems, requiring collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in aerospace systems engineering and...
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Ottawa, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeA leading aerospace firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in electric propulsion for hybrid eVTOL aircraft. This role encompasses design, integration, and validation of propulsion systems, requiring collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in aerospace systems engineering and...
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Ottawa, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeA leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Electric Propulsion located in Ontario. This senior role involves leading the design and integration of advanced electric propulsion architectures for hybrid eVTOL aircraft. The right candidate will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to system requirements...
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Ottawa, Canada Essence Coaching Group Full timeA leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Electric Propulsion located in Ontario. This senior role involves leading the design and integration of advanced electric propulsion architectures for hybrid eVTOL aircraft. The right candidate will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to system requirements...
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Ottawa, Canada Thales Full timeLocation: Ottawa 1 Chrysalis, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's...
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Senior Electrical Engineer
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Senior Electrical Engineer
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Ottawa, Canada Stantec Consulting International Ltd. Full timeAn engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior/Intermediate Electrical Engineer in Ottawa. The role involves designing electrical systems, managing project scopes and budgets, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, be licensed in Ontario, and excel in communication and...
