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Avionics Systems Engineering Manager / IPT LeadPurple Hires Inc • Montreal-Est, QC, Canada
Avionics Systems Engineering Manager / IPT Lead

Avionics Systems Engineering Manager / IPT Lead

Purple Hires Inc • Montreal-Est, QC, Canada
2 days ago
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Job description

Title - Avionics & Communication - IPT Head

Location - Montreal-Est (CSLS0804), Quebec (CLS0105)

Employment Type - Full-time

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

Key Responsibilities
1. Program & IPT Leadership
Lead the Avionics & Communication IPT, ensuring alignment with overall aircraft program objectives.
Own scope, schedule, cost, and quality deliverables for avionics systems.
Coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams (systems, hardware, software, V&V, certification).
Act as the primary interface with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.


2. System Architecture & Design
Define avionics system architecture, including:
o Communication systems (VHF/UHF, SATCOM, data links)
o Navigation systems (GNSS, INS, radio navigation aids)
o Flight control & monitoring interfaces
Drive system-level trade studies, technology selection, and interface definitions.
Ensure system design complies with:
o ARP4754A / ARP4761
o DO-178C (Software)
o DO-254 (Hardware)
Develop and review:
o System Requirements (SRD)
o Interface Control Documents (ICD)
o Architecture documents


3. Integration & Validation
Lead avionics system integration activities (LRU/system level).
Oversee verification & validation (V&V) strategy and execution:
o HIL/SIL simulations
o Ground & flight testing support
Ensure proper system interoperability across subsystems (EWIS, power, cockpit systems).


4. Certification & Compliance
Drive certification activities in line with:
o FAA / EASA / DGCA regulations
Manage certification artifacts:
o PSAC, PHAC, PDR/CDR reviews
o Compliance matrices
o Test plans & reports
Interface with DERs, ARs, and certification authorities.

5. Stakeholder & Customer Management
Act as technical focal point for avionics domain.
Present design progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
Support proposal/RFQ responses, estimation, and technical solutioning.

6. Risk & Configuration Management
Identify and mitigate technical risks and integration issues.
Ensure adherence to configuration management and change control processes.
Manage dependencies across IPTs (structures, propulsion, electrical).


Experience
12-18+ years in aerospace/aviation domain.
Strong exposure to:
o Avionics system development lifecycle
o Aircraft NPD programs
Experience in leading IPTs or large cross-functional teams is mandatory.

Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
o Avionics architectures & communication protocols (ARINC 429/664, CAN)
o Flight deck systems & avionics integration
o Certification standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A)
Familiarity with:
o MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody)
o Simulation/integration environments
Understanding of:
o EWIS integration
o Electrical power systems interface with avionics

Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong program leadership and decision-making capabilities
Excellent stakeholder communication skills
Ability to manage distributed (onsite-offshore) teams
Strong problem-solving and risk management mindset

Preferred Skills
Experience with eVTOL / UAV / advanced air mobility programs
Exposure to cybersecurity in avionics (DO-326A)
Knowledge of digital thread / PLM environments (3DX, Teamcenter)

Key Deliverables
Avionics system architecture and design baseline
Integrated and validated avionics systems
Certification-ready documentation & compliance artifacts
On-time IPT deliverables aligned with program milestones

Reporting Structure
Reports to: Program Manager / Chief Engineer
Leads: Avionics IPT team (System, Design, V&V, Certification engineers)

Qualification:
Bachelor's / Master's in:
o Aerospace Engineering
o Electronics & Communication
o Avionics / Electrical Engineering

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