Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification (Structures)

• Department: Transport Canada - Aircraft Certification, Civil Aviation
• Reference number: MOT26J-190490-000002
• Selection process number: 26-MOT-EA-HRS-08301
• Location: Calgary (Alberta),; Edmonton (Alberta),; Vancouver (British Columbia),; Victoria (British Columbia),; Winnipeg (Manitoba),; Moncton (New Brunswick),; Halifax (Nova Scotia),; Ottawa (Ontario),; Toronto (Ontario),; Montréal Island (Québec)
• Salary: $117,820 to $137,411 - Under review
• Level: EN-ENG-04
• Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
• Closing date: 28 April 2027

About the position DutiesCome make a difference in the development of tomorrow’s aeronautical products in an organization dedicated to safety.
Regional Engineering manages Type Design change applications under CAR 521. These design changes may result in the issuance of approvals such as Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), Repair Design Approvals (RDAs), and Part Design Approvals (PDAs).
As a Regional Engineer in Aircraft Certification, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and regulatory compliance of aeronautical products. You will:
• Provide aircraft certification services and technical guidance to the aviation industry.
• Apply engineering expertise to assess aeronautical products and determine compliance with applicable design and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Canadian and international stakeholders, including civil aviation authorities, to support the approval and harmonization of aeronautical products.
• Conduct oversight activities of Minister's delegates to verify compliance with regulatory requirements and established expectations.
• Exercise sound judgment and leadership in a multidisciplinary environment while supporting safe and innovative aviation products.
• Contribute to decisions that have a direct impact on aviation safety and the travelling public. Work environmentBring your expertise and skills to challenging projects in a multidisciplinary environment that offers excellent work-life balance.
We can offer you:
-The opportunity to be at the heart of the aircraft design certification process.
-A workplace that values work-life balance, teamwork, cooperation, respect, rigor, and excellence.
-Exposure to a wide range of aeronautical technologies, aircraft types, and airborne systems, both nationally and internationally.
-Opportunities to expand your engineering and certification expertise as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-A comprehensive benefits package.
Aircraft Certification operates in Regional Offices across Canada, as well as in the National Capital Region. Intent of the process This is an anticipatory process to create a qualified pool of candidates. It may be used in the future to staff positions at Transport Canada in one of the following locations: Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, and Moncton. Important messages 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.
📢The inventory will be updated every 90 days. You will receive a notice in your applicant account 14 days before the end of your active period to confirm whether or not you wish to keep being considered for an additional 90 days. If your application becomes inactive while the process is still open, a notice will be posted to your account indicating that your application has expired; you may select the link “Update my Inventory Status” to reaffirm your interest.
📢HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are encouraged to apply online using the Public Service Resourcing System. If there is something preventing you from doing so, communicate with the contact information at the bottom of this advertisement prior to the deadline to discuss alternate ways of applying for this employment opportunity. Please note only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered.
📢EVERYONE IS WELCOME: Transport Canada (TC) is committed to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds that represent Canada. If you would like to work in a dynamic team, are forward thinking and action oriented, enthusiastic about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, then TC is the place for you!
📢 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 demonstrate 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.
➡️Only those who pass the initial screening will be invited for further assessment. You will receive notification if you are screened out of the process.
➡️Please note any information provided on your application, including resume and answers to questions, may be validated by a reference check at any stage in the process.
➡️You must provide proof of your education credentials upon request.
➡️Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) (French or English) of their choice. Conditions of employmentSecret security clearanceOTHER
Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally, as required.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and on weekends, as required. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the followingEDUCATION OR OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
The minimum standard for positions classified as EN is one, either, or both of Education or Occupational Certification.
When education is required, the minimum standard is:
ED: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in an engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.
OR
When occupational certification is required, the minimum standard is:
OC: Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).
Note:
The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.
Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education and/or occupational certification.EXPERIENCE
EX1: Significant* experience in the design, development, testing, in-service support, or certification of aeronautical products.
*Significant is defined as having six (6) or more years of engineering experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.
EX2: Significant** engineering experience in the design, development, testing, in-service support or certification of Aircraft Structures (Airworthiness manual 523/525/527/529).
**Significant is defined as having three (3) or more years of experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.Applied / assessed at a later dateKNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of engineering principles related to aircraft structures.COMPETENCIES
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Thinking things through
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Showing initiative and being action-orientedABILITIES
A1: Ability to work effectively under pressure.
A2: Ability to manage workload.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB
English Essential You may need (asset qualifications) May be applied / assessed at a later dateASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERIFICATION
AOC: Previous delegation or qualification to become delegated as an Aircraft Certification Delegate by Transport Canada.ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience in providing guidance to others on the interpretation or application of regulations, standards or guidance material related to engineering activities.ASSET KNOWLEDGE
AK1: Knowledge of Canadian civil aviation airworthiness requirements and their application to aeronautical product certification.ASSET ABILITIES
AA1: Ability to manage projects.
AA2: Ability to lead teams.