Structural Design and Airworthiness Engineer

SKYTRAC•Kelowna, BC

3d•CA$80,000 - CA$110,000•Onsite

About The Position

SKYTRAC is seeking an experienced Structural Design and Airworthiness Engineer to join their Design Approval Organization (DAO). This role will enhance SKYTRAC's structural analysis, substantiation, and certification capabilities to support ongoing STC development programs. The engineer will lead structural engineering efforts for aircraft modification projects, interact with regulatory bodies, and collaborate with avionics and systems engineers to ensure compliant and airworthy designs. This is an in-office position located in Kelowna, BC, with relocation assistance available.

Requirements

Engineering degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering
Minimum 3+ years of experience in aircraft structural analysis and certification
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility
Demonstrated experience with STC structural substantiation and certification approval processes
Strong knowledge of applicable structural airworthiness regulations (FAR/CAR 23/25/27/29)
Proficiency in structural analysis methods and tools (FEM/FEA, classical methods)
Willingness to travel as required

Nice To Haves

Transport Canada Delegate designation (Structures) or eligibility
Experience with rotorcraft (helicopter) structural certification
Familiarity with avionics equipment installation, structural considerations (tray mounting, rack systems, antenna attachments)
Experience with composite structures analysis and repair
FAA DER (Structures) authorization experience
Avionics industry background is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead structural analysis and substantiation activities for STC programs, including equipment mounting, airframe modifications, and aircraft installations.
Perform or direct stress analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance assessments, and repair evaluations as required.
Develop and review structural certification deliverables, including substantiation reports, load analyses, and engineering drawings.
Ensure designs comply with applicable structural airworthiness requirements (FAR/CAR 23/25/27/29, as applicable).
Develop structural means of compliance and certification plans for STC programs.
Prepare and review compliance documentation in support of TCCA, FAA, and EASA certification approvals.
Support aircraft surveys and installation reviews to verify structural integrity and compliance.
Interface with the DAO Delegate, Transport Canada, and foreign authorities on structural certification matters.
Support multiple concurrent STC development programs in a structural engineering capacity.
Collaborate with avionics, systems, and mechanical engineers to ensure integrated, airworthy designs.
Review and approve supplier structural documentation and equipment qualification data relevant to installation design.
Develop Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) content related to structural inspections and maintenance.
Serve as the DAO's primary subject matter expert in structures and structural certification.
Mentor junior engineers on structural analysis methods and certification documentation requirements.
Support DAO governance activities, including ACC participation and process improvement initiatives.