Senior Engineer - Inventory

Senior Engineer - Inventory

Reference number: MOT25J-022512-000757
Selection process number: 25-MOT-EA-HRS-06088 Transport Canada - Civil Aviation
Ottawa (Ontario)
EN-ENG-04
Deployment, Indeterminate
$117,820 to $137,411

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Closing date: 1 October 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Update: Please note the salary range has been updated.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

INSTRUCTIONS:
You must submit a complete application, consisting of a résumé as well as responses to screening questions which clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience factors listed under the essential qualifications, as well as any of the asset qualifications that may apply.

For each experience criterion, please provide concrete examples including the following information:

1. Name of the organization where the experience was acquired;
2. Title of the position occupied and duration (including dates) for which you exercised the functions;
3. Specific details of tasks, projects, or accomplishments demonstrating how the experience was acquired.

The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process and the résumé will be used to substantiate the information provided. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the screening criteria are met will be eliminated from consideration.

Duties

Are you looking for a new opportunity or challenge? The Strategy and Emergent Technologies branch (SET) is seeking candidates at the EN-ENG-04 group and level for several indeterminate positions.

The main duties of the positions will include:

Contribute to the development and implementation of standards, policies, and procedures related to RPAS product assurance.
Conduct verifications and analyses to support activities related to the design, manufacturing, integration, and testing of systems.
Validate their compliance with Part IX regulations and associated Standards.
Develop and update technical guidance for complex RPAS operations.
Review technical content of RPAS operational approval applications for compliance with published guidance.
Review technical implementation of air communication, navigation and surveillance systems
Actively participate in technical and programmatic committees.

Work environment

Following the publication of the Treasury Board Secretariat Direction on prescribed presence in the workplace, Transport Canada has embarked in the implementation of its hybrid work model at Headquarters and regional offices in Canada. A hybrid work model is a blend of in-office and telework (3 days per week in the office).

Intent of the process

The results of this process will initially be used to staff three (3) ENG-04 positions indeterminately.

A pool of qualified candidates could be established to fill similar positions with varying locations, tenures, language profiles, operational requirements, and/or conditions of employment, within Transport Canada – Strategy and emergent Technologies branch. It is to be noted that most of the positions to be filled are located in the National Capital Region.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Occupational Certification: or/and
OC: Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.

Experience:
EX1: Experience* in integration and/or validation of traditional aircraft systems or remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS).
EX2: Experience evaluating test results based on engineering test plans.
EX3: Experience in leading complex** technical projects.

*Experience is defined as at least 6 years combined.
**Complex is defined as a highly integrated, multi-disciplinary project.

Abilities:
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3: Ability to manage, plan a heavy workload and set priorities to ensure deadlines and objectives are met.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:
EXA1: Experience in aircraft level, system level or component level certification.
EXA2: Experience with remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) specific technology such as Command and Control links or Detect and Avoid Systems.
EXA3: Experience participating in the development of regulations, standards and/or guidance material.
EXA4: Experience in airspace management and technologies.
EXA5: Experience using or developing Safety Management Systems for aviation.
EXA6: Hands on remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) operational experience.
EXA7: Experience working in a highly regulated environment and comfortable working beyond where regulations or even best practices do not yet exist.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Limited requirement to travel to local, national and international destinations.
Limited requirement to travel via all modes of transportation to remote and/or isolated locations.
Limited requirement to work in an aviation environment (i.e. noise, fumes, hazards).
Limited requirement to work overtime, irregular hours and week-ends.

*Limited is defined as several times a year and is not a continuous requirement.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Reference checks will be sought.
An interview will be administered.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.