Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with areputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.
We currently have an opening for a full-time permanent Systems & Avionics Engineer based in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.
The Systems & Avionics Engineer provides aircraft systems and avionics technical expertise to support development, modification, and certification of our aerial firefighting systems.
In this role your duties will include the following:
- Lead the design, modification, and certification of aircraft systems, including hydraulic, electrical, and avionics, specific to aerial firefighting equipment.
- Ensure compliance with Transport Canada, FAA, and other regulatory authority such IAB (Interagency Airtanker Board).
- Prepare, review, and submit certification programs and reports to regulatory authorities, including Transport Canada, FAA, and other relevant bodies.
- Develop and/or validate system schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation instructions for airborne equipment.
- Write and interpret aircraft system design specifications (including hydraulic, mechanical, avionics and electrical equipment)
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including structural and design engineers, to integrate systems into airtanker platforms.
- Oversee aircraft system performance analysis and troubleshoot technical issues encountered during testing or operational phases.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of design and certification in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Review customer feedback and propose innovative solutions to improve the products.
We are looking for someone with:
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Able to work productively with minimum supervision in a busy office environment as part of a larger integrated team.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and quality of work.
- Demonstrated ability to act ethically and with professionalism even in the face of adversity.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
- Knowledge of Engineering principles.
- Experience with project management and delivering high-quality results within tight timelines.
- Strong understanding of aircraft system integration and modification, specifically in specialized mission aircraft (e.g., aerial firefighting).
- Ability to write technical report to support certification process;
- Knowledge of digital instruments, digital communications and high-level navigation systems;
- TCCA delegation in electrical, avionic and/or mechanical systems is desirable.
- Professional Engineering qualification (EGBC P.Eng or equivalent) is desirable.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies in aircraft systems and avionics.
Training/Education:
- Degree in Electrical/Avionics Engineering or Diploma in Electrical/Avionics Technology;
- 3-5 years’ experience in Electrical/Avionics Engineering.
If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your resume to [email protected] with Systems & Avionics Engineer in the subject line.
**Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)**
Job Type: Full-time
