Project Engineer-Avionics (Intermediate)

KF Aerospace•Kelowna, BC

58d•CA$84,068 - CA$105,085•Onsite

About The Position

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,100 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch. At KF Aerospace, our people enjoy rewarding, quality work in a friendly environment where we have one thing in common: we are proud of what we do! Privately owned and operated, KF Aerospace is an industry leading Aviation Company and the largest Commercial AMO in Canada. We operate two full service MRO facilities in Kelowna, BC and Hamilton, ON. Our facilities support Boeing 727, 737, 757, 767, Airbus 300,310,319/320/321, Bombardier Dash8, Q400, Convair 580, DC10, MD80, Embraer, Twin Otter and other aircraft. We complete over 300 total aircraft projects annually for customers like Air Canada, WestJet, Canadian North, Sunwing, Air Transat, DND, and other key Canadian and US carriers. In addition to maintenance checks, we offer major modifications, cargo door installations, AC stretches and conversions. We provide fleet and customer support on location, as well as out-base coverage. The Engineering Department is a Transport Canada Design Approval Organization that supports many internal and external modification and repair design requests by creating the appropriate data as necessary. We are offering you the chance to join our team and take your career to new heights at our Kelowna base! The Project Engineer - Avionics position is an intermediate level position reporting to the Avionics Engineering Supervisor. Qualified individuals will work within the avionics engineering team, the projects engineering team and broader company teams, supporting and leading aircraft modification projects. In this position, the successful individual will lead small interdisciplinary teams to the successful (Safe/Airworthy, on-time, & on-budget) completion of avionics or electrical focused modifications while working under the general guidance of senior engineers. Individuals that demonstrate their capabilities & skills on projects of low to moderate complexity will be given the opportunity to be challenged by leading larger, more complex projects.

Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering with a speciality in Avionics
4+ years of relevant aerospace experience
Knowledge of aircraft modification design, analysis and certification techniques
Knowledge of aircraft avionics and electrical systems
Strong Communication and interpersonal skills
Willing to work extra hours when required
Able to work independently in an office environment
Able to independently solve problems
Able to work collaboratively to drive resolution of complex technical projects
Experience with MS Office necessary

Nice To Haves

MS Project experience considered an asset
AutoCAD experience considered an asset
Project management training and/or PMP designation considered an asset

Responsibilities

Manage engineering project resources, timelines and budgets including but not limited to:
Creating & Maintaining Project Plans
Creating & Updating Project Schedules
Developing Cost Estimates
Manage Technical and Project Risks
Liaison with project stakeholders (vendors, sub-contractors, customers, regulators etc.) with minimal oversight
Prepare avionics and electrical design deliverables including but not limited to:
Engineering Orders
Wiring Diagrams
Harness & Lead Assemblies
Routing Drawings
Functional Test Procedures
Prepare airworthiness substantiation deliverables including but not limited to:
Certification Plans
Compliance Reports
Issue Papers & Certification Memos
Electrical Load Analysis
Equipment Qualification Reports
HIRF & Lightning Analysis
Flight Manuals
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Qualitative & Quantitative Safety Assessments
Certification Test Procedures and Reports
Provide prototype support (including troubleshooting and snag resolution)
Coordinate the successful execution of aircraft test programs (functional, EMC & flight)
Review basic designs, reports and analysis
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers