Avionics and Electrical Regional Engineers, Aircraft Certification (Inventory)

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Once you have submitted your application, it will be active for 180 days. You will receive a notice in your applicant account 30 days before the end of your active period to determine whether or not you wish to continue to be considered.

The "Other Information" section at the bottom of this advertisement provides additional important information regarding your application to this inventory.

Duties

TC’s National Aircraft Certification Branch in the Civil Aviation Directorate is responsible for ensuring that new and modified aeronautical products comply with established design and safety standards. The branch conducts oversight on the Canadian aviation industry and collaborates with foreign civil aviation authorities to advance aviation safety internationally.
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What this position can offer you
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✔ To be at the heart of the aircraft design certification process;
✔ An opportunity to get involved in the associated technologies, aircraft types, and airborne systems in the aeronautical industry, both nationally and internationally;
✔ A workplace that embraces work-life balance where teamwork, cooperation and respect abound, where rigor and excellence are valued;
✔ An environment to expand your engineering and certification expertise in a multidisciplinary team; and
✔ An opportunity to travel and engage with colleagues regionally and internationally.
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What you will be doing
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• Providing guidance and aircraft certification services to the aviation industry;
• Applying engineering expertise to determine that aeronautical products comply with the applicable design and safety standards;
• Collaborating with domestic and foreign stakeholders and civil aviation authorities to build consensus and greater harmonization with regard to the approval of aeronautical products; and
• Conducting oversight activities on Minister’s delegates to ensure compliance with expectations.

Regional Engineers in Aircraft Certification have technical engineering expertise and knowledge as well as sound leadership qualities. They must be skilled communicators capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment, exercising judgement, and adapting to the different needs of stakeholders. Regional engineers must be able to negotiate, facilitate change, and respond effectively to stress caused by time pressures. In the course of ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, regional engineers carry significant responsibility and accountability as their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of the travelling public.

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↪ If you are interested in taking on this challenge and putting your aeronautical expertise to work with an internationally renowned regulatory authority, we invite you to click on ⌜APPLY ONLINE⌟ for an opportunity to join Transport Canada and make a difference in the development of tomorrow’s aeronautical products in an organization dedicated to safety!

Only online applications will be accepted. All job applications must be submitted through this GC Jobs website.

Work environment

The key activities of this position are mainly performed in a typical office environment. Work may also be performed in manufacturing, maintenance, testing, and airport facilities. Some travel is required within the region, nationally, or internationally to conduct inspections and witness certification tests both on the ground and during flight.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and used to staff this position and other similar positions of various tenures and/or various linguistic requirements within Transport Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

You will be required to demonstrate the Essential Qualifications (Education and Experience) for the initial screening by answering online screening questions and on your résumé. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must clearly demonstrate when, where, and how the qualification was met by providing concrete examples. Information on your education and experience provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the above required information may result in your application being rejected from this process.
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EDUCATION:
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in an engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

OR

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
• Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

• Significant* experience in the design, development, testing, in-service support, or certification of aeronautical products.
• Significant** engineering experience in the design, development, or certification of aircraft avionics systems.
• Significant** engineering experience in the design, development, or certification of aircraft electrical systems and electro-magnetic compatibility.

* Significant is defined as having six (6) or more years of experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.
** Significant is defined as having three (3) or more years of experience whilst progressively acquiring increased responsibilities related to engineering in the aerospace industry.

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

Various language requirements
English essential
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge in the design and engineering analysis of Aircraft Systems and Equipment (Avionics), including communication systems, navigation systems, and instrument systems.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to aircraft electrical systems and electro-magnetic compatibility.

COMPETENCIES:
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES:
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to manage workload
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATION:
• Knowledge of Canadian civil aviation airworthiness requirements and their application to aeronautical product certification.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities, and women.

Conditions of employment

• Secret security clearance.
• 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.

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.

Information on employment equity

Candidates from outside the Federal public service may be required to pay for their own travel expenses for this selection process.

A variety of tools and methods may be used to assess candidates including, but not limited to, written tests, standardized tests, interviews, and/or reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process from the time of application to close of process may be used to evaluate candidates.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates should check emails regularly and ensure their email address accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

Candidates will be required to provide original proof of education or eligibility for professional certification as part of this selection process. Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at www.cicic.ca for further information.

Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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. For more information on assessment accommodation, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/assessment-accommodation-page.html.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON INVENTORIES
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◦ How does an inventory work?
When you apply to this inventory process, unless otherwise specifically indicated, you are applying to an inventory for future vacancies and not for a specific job. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

◦ Why was my application automatically rejected when I submitted it?
In order to be placed in the inventory, you must meet the essential qualifications at the time you submit your application. If you do not meet the required qualification, you will receive a message "Application rejected at screening" after submitting your application. If you have incorrectly indicated "No" to a screening question, you can retrieve your application and update your response(s).

◦ What does "Registered in the inventory" mean?
Once your application has been successfully submitted to the inventory, your status may be: "Date of disclosure of results: Listed in the inventory". This automatically generated message by the system means that your application can be considered. You will be informed in the event that your application is considered as part of a process generated from this inventory.

◦ What happens if my application expires?
Your application will be kept in the inventory for 180 days. A notice will be posted in the "My Job File" menu of your account 30 days before your application expires. If you do not take any action, your application will be deactivated and it will no longer be considered. In the event that your application expires during the effective period of this inventory, a notice will be posted in your account. If you wish to reactivate your application, select the "Renewal of my application" link.

◦ My personal information has changed, what should I do?
Simply update your information in the "Personal Information" section in the "My Job File" menu of your account. This will allow us to have your current contact information and ensure adequate follow-up in the event that your application is considered as part of this inventory.

◦ What is the retest period?
The retest period for re-assessment within the context of this inventory is six (6) months from the date of elimination from the process. Candidates who resubmit an application to this inventory process before the retest period has elapsed will not be considered.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.