Avionics Engineer

Position Overview:

Responsible to the Avionics Engineering Supervisor, Aircraft Engineering, for the conduct of engineering support and life-cycle management of avionics/electrical systems. The Avionics Engineer will support Engineers and/or Life Cycle Specialists in repair design, monitoring of aircraft system performance and maintenance requirements, and the recommendation of improvements as necessary to optimize life-cycle costs.
The Avionics Engineer will report to the IMP Group Ltd. – Aerospace and Defence location near the Halifax International Airport.

What You Will Do:

• Liaise with the customer, IMP senior management and the various company departments as required to ensure airworthiness, cost effectiveness and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Analyze design deficiencies and make recommendations for rectifications.
• Represent the company at technical meetings with the customers, the aircraft manufacturer or other agencies as required.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals for work to be carried out in the section.
• Review reports for accuracy, grammar and technical accuracy.
• Prepare and review Statements of Work as required.
• Provide technical advice as requested and required.
• Where assigned overall responsibility for particular projects, shall exercise control over scheduling, progress, material and costing directly controlled by Engineering.
• Prepare engineering reports, ground test plans and studies.
• Complete technical investigations, services and engineering support activities as required.
• Carry out troubleshooting and analysis as required supporting aircraft maintenance programs.
• Complete electrical engineering design for refit/modification/repair/rework/prototype installations.
• Complete analyses and prepare engineering reports.
• Participate as a team member on major projects which may be based in other sections/departments within the Engineering branch.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• B. Eng or B. Sc. (Eng) in Avionics/Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility for registration in ENS.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. 
• Knowledge of the MS Office and MS Windows environments.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of project management concepts.
• Experience with military or commercial aircraft or equivalent engineering experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of aircraft avionics/electrical systems.
• Familiar with engineering drawings and related MIL specs, preferably aircraft.
• Drafting experience in AutoCAD or other drafting software will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of civil or military airworthiness and certification will be considered an asset.
• Experience can range from 0 to 20+ years. Salary is commensurate with years of experience. 
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances.
• Incumbents must be able to pass and maintain Public Works Government Services Canada (PWGSC) and Transport Canada security clearances.

What We Will Do For You:

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position. 
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!