Avionics, Maintenance and Instrumentation Technologist
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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.
Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.
City: Mirabel (Montreal temporarily)
OrganizationalUnit:Aerospace
Classification:TO-4
Tenure:Term
Duration: until 31 March 2028
Language Requirements:English or French
Work arrangements:
- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).
At the NRC we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.
Anything is possible at the NRC named in 2025 one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas largest research and innovation organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.
The NRC has an important role within the Government of Canadas Defence Industrial Strategy accelerating research and innovation and helping Canadian businesses develop leading-edge technologies for civilian and military use.
With expertise across fields such as transportation quantum science medical countermeasures and advanced manufacturing the NRC is hiring to drive the development of national sovereign defence capabilities. The following role will support the NRCs contributions to defence priorities.
We are looking for an Avionics Maintenance and Instrumentation Technologist to support advanced research and development and join the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) and RPAS Traffic Management (RTM) team within the Centre for Drone Innovation (CDI) in Mirabel. The new CDI is part of the Aerospace Research Centres new Drone and Flight Autonomy Laboratory (DFAL). It will strengthen Canadas ability to research develop test and validate advanced drone technologies.
The successful candidate would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
Working closely with engineers researchers and flight test personnel the technologist will support aircraft system integration ground testing and flight test campaigns involving advanced aircraft technologies. This includes avionics integration sensor payload integration electrical system troubleshooting instrumentation installation and verification of aircraft system performance during development and testing activities.
The role will contribute to the preparation of aircraft systems for experimental flight operations and will support ongoing research programs in advanced autonomy sensor systems and unmanned aircraft technologies.
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:
College Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Avionics Electrical Engineering Aerospace Robotics Mechatronics or related discipline.
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Transport Canada AME-E (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is essential for the position.
Electronics/Avionics licence would be considered a strong asset.
- Significant handson experience installing troubleshooting and maintaining avionics systems and aircraft electrical systems;
- Specific experience working with wiring harnesses avionics components sensors motors autopilot computer and telemetry system onboard uncrewed aircraft systems (UAVs) is highly desirable;
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics wiring diagrams and technical drawings;
- Experience performing diagnostics and troubleshooting of avionics or instrumentation systems;
- Experience supporting aircraft maintenance or experimental aircraft development activities.
Experience listed below would be considered an asset but not mandatory to the position:
- Experience working with flighttest instrumentation systems including sensors dataacquisition systems or telemetry equipment;
- Experience working on remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) or autonomous aircraft platforms
- Experience supporting flight-test engineering activities.
Secret clearance
A thorough security clearance process will be applied.
For a Secret Clearance verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.
English or French
Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
- Knowledge of avionics and aircraft electrical systems;
- Knowledge of aircraft flight test instrumentation and data acquisition systems for experimental data gathering;
- Ability to install configure and troubleshoot avionics electrical wiring harness and flight computers aboard aircraft platforms;
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams schematics and aircraft technical documentation;
- Ability to support integration and testing of instrumentation and novel payload systems for experimental RPAS programs.
- Ability to fabricate and repair custom mounts and payload bays made of metal wood plastic and/or composite materials using appropriate prototyping techniques (e.g. machine tools 3D printing laser cutter etc.) to support integration of novel experimental sensor suites would be an asset.
- Ability to design populate and integrate custom Printed Cicruit Boards (PCBs) would be an asset.
- Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
- Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
- Technology support - Client focus (Level 2)
- Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Technology Support
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From $83435to $107838 per annum.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
- In 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People a National Captial Region Top Employer and Forbes Canadas Best Employer.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
- Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
- The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
- We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please direct your questions with therequisition number (25525) to:
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Closing Date:15 July 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.
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About Company
The Communications Security Establishment (CSE) is one of Canada’s key security and intelligence organizations. We work tirelessly to protect Canada and Canadians against threats by providing valuable foreign signals intelligence. We also develop and provide sophisticated and advance ... View more
