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Job Title: Senior Analyst, Avionics Systems Engineering (Temporary 12 months)

Job Location: Mirabel, QC

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Essential Functions:

The candidate will lead the design, development, integration, and testing of complex avionics systems for military and commercial aircraft. Translate customer requirements into system-level specifications, oversee subcontractor deliverables, and perform advanced engineering trade studies to establish preliminary system designs. Review and approve electrical wiring diagrams, ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations, prepare and deliver technical presentations to non-technical audiences and government customers, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Lead technical planning, system integration, verification and validation for avionics systems across their lifecycle;
• Translate customer requests into system-level requirements and write subsystem specifications;
• Conduct engineering trade studies and evaluate alternative solutions;
• Review electrical wiring diagrams and ensure compliance with system requirements;
• Integrate and test avionics and military systems on airborne platforms;
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to diverse audiences;
• Develop and implement software and system test plans in a collaborative environment;
• Ensure adherence to airworthiness regulations and security standards while managing subcontractor relationships.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Avionics or Systems Engineering (or equivalent);
• Minimum 7 years of relevant avionics systems experience;
• Extensive experience with military avionics systems, sensors, radio-navigation, and inter-communication systems;
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations (FAR23/FAR25) and standards (ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, DO-178, DO-254);
• Excellent written and oral communication, ability to manage subcontractors and government customers;
• Experience with optical sensor systems, integration, and ground/flight test support;
• Knowledge of CATIA V5 and ePlan P8 is an asset;
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 15288:2008 is a major asset;
• Knowledge of MBSE SysML is a major asset;
• Strong Communication skills.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.