Engineer - Avionics

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Cascade Aerospace is one of Canada's leading specialty aerospace and defence contractors - a place where we do cool things for great customers!" We invite you to consider a career with us - come, experience our creative, innovative, and performance-based company!

The Avionics Engineer provides technical avionics expertise to support all electronic and electrical designs and systems.

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.

Strive to consistently act in a manner in which reflects Cascade Aerospace’s culture and values.

Provide Cascade Aerospace with avionics expertise and support with all electronic and electrical designs and applications, as applied to Transport and Utility class aircrafts.

• Source technical information, using Cascade Aerospace’s Technical Library, regarding flight operations, aircraft electronic and electrical systems and the applicable Transport Canada and / or FAA avionics regulations.
• Develop engineering orders (EO) to direct technical repair activities on a customer’s aircraft, by interpreting mechanical, electrical and electronic drawings, producing CAD electrical drawing and following all Cascade engineering policies and procedures.
• Make appropriate changes to engineering applications, designs, specifications and engineering requirements.
• Provide original and modified avionic and electrical designs for existing systems in aircraft and / or designs for new installations.
• Write and interpret electrical specifications related to the aircraft.
• Ensure all modifications are approvable by Transport Canada and FAA.

Monitor and direct the use of avionic calibration testing equipment and coach and train Cascade Aerospace technicians in its correct use.

• Interpret what testing equipment is required to complete a desired task.
• Determine if Cascade Aerospace has the necessary test equipment to adequately perform the task.
• Determine where to buy or rent appropriate testing equipment.

Be familiar with and ensure that all workplace conduct is in accordance with Cascade Aerospace’s Human Resources safety and security policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as required.

• Excellent communication skills : verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Engineering principles
• Knowledge of project management fundamentals
• Knowledge of Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Knowledge of Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II)
• Knowledge of digital instruments, digital communications and high level navigation systems

Degree / Diploma in Electrical / Avionics Engineering or Technology

3-5 years’ experience in aircraft Electrical / Avionics engineering

Reasons To Apply

• Employee retention and engagement is important to Cascade; we value our employees.
• Comprehensive benefits package provided. Extended benefits and the Employee Resilience Program (all 100% paid by Cascade) are offered after 3 months of employment and Pension matching after 6 months.
• ATO (Approved Training Organization) provides endorsement (type) training & development.
• Company-wide social events and family functions throughout the year.
• Relocation Package available for qualifying candidates.

About Cascade

Cascade Aerospace Inc. is a dynamic, privately-held Canadian specialty aerospace and defence contractor focused on providing long-term integrated aircraft support programs for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), military, government and commercial customers.

All employees are encouraged to realize their true potential and play an active role in fostering an environment of safety, quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

We are a diverse organization that strives to be respectful and inclusive of everyone and to treat employees fairly and equally.

At Cascade Aerospace we strongly believe in the value of teaming - with our employees, our customers, our suppliers, and our communities.

It is by "Teaming with the best" and working collaboratively with our many partners that we are able to offer custom-tailored solutions for each customer's unique requirements.

Our value proposition is that we build enduring customer relationships, and our strategic focus is customer satisfaction.

It is a driver in all our decisions.

Cascade Aerospace is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration.

Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this in your application, cover letter, or resume.