About the position
DutiesThe typical duties Avionics Systems Engineer can provide include:
▶ Detail design of the installation and integration of avionics equipment to provide customized solutions for a wide variety of aircraft operational requirements.
▶ Provide expert technical guidance for aircraft systems, modifications, new project proposals and aircraft in-service issues.
▶ Complete analysis, test plans, tests, documentation and other tasks as required for certification approvals.
▶ Lead and manage a variety of large and small avionics integration projects, provide cost estimates and project schedules; support or lead the avionics and electrical side of multi-disciplinary projects.
Work environmentPosition is located within Aircraft Services Directorate HQ located at the Ottawa International Airport (200 Comet Private). Free parking is available.
The work is in the office to support modifications, upgrades, maintenance and operations of aircraft located on site. Work also supports an aircraft fleet flying from bases across Canada.
Be part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team supporting a mix of civilian, military, fixed and rotary wing aircraft performing a wide variety of roles requiring specialized equipment and modifications in electrical and avionics systems. Aircraft Services Directorate is a Design Approval Organization and an Aircraft Maintenance Organization and the operator of Canadian Coast Guard aircraft and other government and military aircraft.
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The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.
Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.
What do we offer?
🍁 At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:
✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
✅ Opportunities for advancement
✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
✅ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements
💲𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲:
• Health & Dental coverage
• Pension Plan
• Disability & Life insurance
• Paid Leave: Annual vacation starting at 2-3 weeks (increasing with service), 15 days of paid sick leave per year, and 11 paid statutory holidays.
• Additional Leave Options: 5 days Family-related leave, bereavement leave, employer supplemented parental leave, 2 days personal leave, and other provisions that support work-life balance
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff one EN-ENG-04 position indeterminately in Ottawa, ON within the Aircraft Services Directorate. Depending on organizational needs, this selection process could also result in term appointments (temporary full-time).
Positions to be filled
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📢 How does this work?
✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply”
✅ Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.
✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities, we may contact you for further information or assessment.
Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.
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▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
▶ Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.
▶ Depending on the position being staffed:
↪ Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
↪ Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
↪ Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications
↪ You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed
▶ Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.
▶ All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.
▶ The information you provide in this application must be true and may be verified. Any false information may result in the rejection of your application and/or not hiring you. Please only check off the locations that you are truly willing and able to work from. Choosing a location that you are not truly willing and able to work from slows down the process and impacts our ability to staff positions within the Department. By submitting an application, you are confirming that you are either currently living in one of these locations or are willing to relocate to them.
▶ To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.
▶ If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)
Conditions of employment
Secret security clearance
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Possess a valid passport.
Available and willing to work overtime on short notice during the week or on weekends.
Available and willing to travel on occasion within North America, as well as internationally, if and when required.
Able to access aircraft to obtain dimensions and to test fit mock-ups require the climbing of scaffolds, ladders, and maintenance stands, working on or under aircraft that are on jacks, jigs or slings and working in confined spaces.
Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
ED1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized university in aeronautical engineering, aerospace engineering, or an engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.
OR
OC1: Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.
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EX1: Experience** in the design approval and certification of aeronautical products.
EX2: Experience** in troubleshooting, including identification, evaluation and rectification, of in-service airworthiness problems.
EX3: Significant* experience in the design, development, integration, testing, or certification of Aircraft Avionics and Electrical Wiring Systems (AWM 523/525/527/529) or Aircraft Parts, Equipment, and Installation (AWM 537/551).
*Significant is defined as having 3 or more years of engineering experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.
** Experience is defined as having 1 or more years of engineering experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.
Applied / assessed at a later date
K1: Knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR 521) and its implementation.
K2: Knowledge of avionics systems, hardware, components, and their integration into aircraft.
C1: Effective Interpersonal Skills
C2: Judgment
C3: Dependability
C4: Initiative
C5: Demonstrating Integrity & Respect
A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A3: Ability to select typical avionics systems and components for integration into an aircraft to meet compliance to applicable airworthiness requirements*.
*For example: specify the scope of work, design layout, interfaces, wiring schematics, and prepare installation, maintenance, and operating instructions required for functional requirements and airworthiness approval.