Are you looking for an opportunity to join a company that allows you to combine your passion for learning with the chance to develop your skills and grow your career?  Challenge, reward and opportunity; PAL Aerospace is committed to offering them all. If you're interested in working in an environment that values and respects your contribution, then we would like to hear from you.

PAL Aerospace is a leader in international aerospace and defense design, development and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, heavy maintenance checks and software applications. We provide a wide range of aviation and related services to domestic and international markets. PAL Aerospace is driven by technology and is proud to be a pioneer of industry-leading innovations in special airborne missions.

PAL Aerospace has partnered with SkyAlyne who has been named by Canada as the preferred bidder for the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program which Is our next generation pilot and aircrew training program for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

We are now calling for expressions of interest in anticipation of a Contract Award in 2024. This Program will be a 20+ year contract and will be managed from the National Capital Region (Ottawa), with one of its main operational locations in Winnipeg, MB.

The scope of the FAcT Program contract includes all training and in-service support requirements needed to prepare Pilots, Air Combat Systems Officers, and Airborne Electronic Sensor Operators to meet the future aerospace requirements of the RCAF. In collaboration with the Government of Canada and several major Canadian subcontractors, SkyAlyne will provide live-flying, simulator and classroom-based training, facilities construction and management, information management and information technology support, site support services, aircraft maintenance and much more.

PAL Aerospace is searching for an experienced Intermediate Systems Engineer to join our team in our Halifax, NS office. As a leading aerospace and defense company, we are committed to excellence in everything we do, and our program development function is no exception. If you're a forward-thinking Project Management professional who thrives on building strong relationships, driving organizational success, and making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity with PAL Aerospace is your chance to be a key player in our journey to redefine excellence in the aerospace industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Intermediate member of the Systems Engineering Team, based in Halifax NS, reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager.
• Conduct requirements engineering, mapping operational, standards and customer requirements into technical artefacts, through Systems, Requirements and Test Engineering in support of missionized aircraft, its Systems Integration facilities and other aviation mission platforms, including the authoring of: CONOPS, Operational Use Case analysis, Systems Architecture, System Descriptions, System Specifications, Compliance Matrices, Test Plans and Test Procedures.
• Support to the Business Development teams with solution scoping, technical specification authoring and initial systems design artefacts, when assigned.
• Document and refine Systems Engineering processes to assist with the continuous improvement of the Systems Engineering and Integration group.
• Participate in Integration, Test, Physical and Functional Configuration Audits, Airworthiness Compliance and Customer Acceptance activities when assigned.
• As a matrixed resource on aircraft programs, assist Program Management, In-Service Support and Supply Chain activities with Systems Engineering guidance, including working with suppliers and third-party vendors to generate quotes, draft Statements of Work, attain and evaluate technical specifications, and take part in obsolescence management.
• Participate in System Problem Report investigations, including root cause analysis and forming recommendations for rectification.
• Travel to other PAL and Customer sites, such as Ottawa ON, Halifax NS and St. John’s NL, UAE approximately twenty percent of a year.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and technology developments for possible implementation into PAL supported aircraft and SILs, as well as processes, tools, and techniques for a best practices approach to continuous improvement.
• Apply and demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills in mission systems and system test principles.
• Communicate effectively to various stakeholders in situations involving technical problems, processes, and solutions.
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree Engineering or Science, advanced degrees preferred, or equivalent experience and education.
• Five years’ experience as an Engineer in the aerospace or equivalent field.
• Demonstrated project experience in the creation and maintenance of Engineering Artifacts for Software Intensive Systems.
• Knowledge of airborne, land, or maritime surveillance missions and the equipment used to support them.
• Knowledge of avionics data protocols including ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, serial data protocols is preferred.
• Knowledge of cyber security best practices for mission systems
• Knowledge of Ethernet protocols (Layers 1 through 3), LAN and WAN architectures, and network device configuration.
• Knowledge of, and experience with Systems Engineering tools, standards, and process models (e.g., DOROS, JAMA, SYSML, DNDAF/DODAF, SEBOK, DO-160, aircraft related MIL-STDs, NIIA STANAGs, IEEE/ISO/IEC 12207)
• Knowledge of Agile processes for work management and Systems Engineering interfaces with software / system suppliers employing Agile development processes.
• Proficiency with Wikis, O365, Microsoft Office, engineering drawing, and data analysis tools
• Troubleshooting experience and superior analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Superior communication skills with the ability to work with a distributed, diverse team.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
  
  

Security Responsibilities:

Must comply with all company security and data protection usage, policies and procedures. Personally responsible for adhering to marking and handling requirements for protected and/or classified information and assets, in any forms, as per Government of Canada security requirements. Must maintain confidentiality and not release or divulge any information and or assets for unauthorized purposes under per the Security Information Act, Access to Information Act, Privacy Act or breech of any Government Security Policy or Oath of Secrecy.

• Incumbent must be able to hold a Canadian Security Clearance & Controlled Good Clearance [KD1] .
  
  

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What PAL Aerospace offers you:

• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines.
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for growth.
• PAL Days between Christmas & New Years.
  
  

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank You.

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