Overview Priority will be given to designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons. Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process. Details City: Ottawa Organizational Unit: Aerospace Classification: RCO Tenure: Term Duration: 4 years Language Requirements: English Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). At the NRC, Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below. The role We are looking for an Airworthiness Engineer - Systems/Avionics to join our Aerospace Research Centre and support aircraft modifications and research integrations across the Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) fleet, including newly introduced platforms such as the Global 6500. You would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. The Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) operates a small fleet of highly specialized research aircraft to meet the flight research needs of partners and clients in the Canadian aerospace sector. Engineering modifications to these aircraft are performed in-house, by highly-qualified teams of designers, engineers, and fabrication specialists. Maintenance is carried out by licensed aircraft maintenance engineers and research projects are flown by qualified test pilots and supporting crewmembers. You will be responsible for the engineering design, integration, airworthiness assessment, and approval of avionics/electrical installations on board NRC (and non-NRC) aircraft, and for managing design interfaces between research equipment, mission systems, experimental test articles, and the aircraft power, monitoring, display, navigation and communication systems, as well as other affected aircraft systems. The primary focus of the role is to support aircraft integrations and aircraft modifications across the FRL fleet, while helping researchers and project teams identify and address airworthiness, certification, and system-integration challenges early in project development. The role may also support the safe integration and evaluation of emerging airborne technologies, including advanced mission systems, novel electrical/power architectures, multi-sensor systems, and other research configurations. You will support system safety assessments for aircraft modifications and research integrations, including the development and review of Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Fault Tree Analyses (FTA), Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEA), and other safety assessment activities as appropriate to the project. You will use your technical expertise to identify, assess, manage, and communicate project and airworthiness risks to other members of the design team, researchers, and operational stakeholders, to ensure that aircraft avionics/electrical installations meet the relevant design specifications, operational needs, and Transport Canada airworthiness requirements, or other agreed airworthiness and safety objectives appropriate to the project context. Screening criteria Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates: Education Bachelor Degree from a recognized university specializing in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering. Master’s Degree from a recognized university specializing in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering may be considered an asset. Qualifications equivalent to a Transport Canada Design Approval Representative (Avionics & Electrical) may be considered an asset. Successful completion of the Transport Canada Aircraft Certification Specialty Course, or equivalent may be considered an asset. For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency Experience Minimum of ten years of avionics engineering experience supporting aircraft modification, experimental installation, special-mission, or research-integration programs; Hands-on experience in the design, integration, and airworthiness substantiation of aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including system testing and verification to ensure safe and compliant operation; Proven experience in avionics and aircraft system safety assessment (FHA, FTA, FMEA), failure classification, and safety-driven design recommendations; Experience preparing airworthiness certification and substantiation documentation, including test plans, compliance reports, electrical load analyses, and installation approval documents; Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams through all phases of aircraft modification or integration projects, including collaboration with researchers, flight operations, maintenance personnel, and external partners; and Experience using CAD-based software to support avionics design and assessment of aircraft-system interfaces, electrical loads, grounding and bonding, and electromagnetic compatibility/interference (EMC/EMI) testing. Assets Experience managing projects; Experience identifying and advising on airworthiness or certification challenges for new or non-standard technologies; Industrial or government experience in providing airworthiness oversight for a fleet of aircraft. Condition of employment Secret clearance A thorough security clearance process will be applied. For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) from the Ottawa Airport Pass Control Office; Working conditions: This position requires work to be performed on and around aircraft, and candidates must be physically able to perform the duties of this position. These duties include: working from elevated platforms, lifting moderate weights, and wearing personal protective equipment such as a respirator and safety goggles. The candidate is expected to work with chemicals and materials commonly found in the aircraft industry; Eligibility for membership as a Professional Engineer in Ontario (PEO); and Ability to fly as a member of FRL aircraft crew. Language requirements English Assessment criteria Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria: Technical competencies Details of technical competencies include advanced knowledge in avionics and electrical systems, safety assessment methods (FHA, FTA, FMEA), EWIS, EMI/EMC, RTCA DO standards, CARs, and related design tools and methods. Compensation This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO). Salary scales range from $64,739 to $183,010 per year, depending on expertise and experience. The initial salary may be above or below the intended level for this position. Note: The RO/RCO salary scale has five levels; initial placement is based on the candidate’s background. NRC employees receive a wide range of benefits including a pension plan, health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, and other supports. Notes Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives. A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application. The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times. We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Closing Date: 24 April 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time For more information on career tools and other resources, check out Career tools and resources If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer. #J-18808-Ljbffr