Control Systems Software Design and Certification Engineer; DO-– Gas Turbine Engines

Position: Control Systems Software Design and Certification Engineer (DO-178C) – Gas Turbine Engines
Location
CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG

Note:

This role can be based either in Longueuil, Quebec, or in Mississauga, Ontario. The policy is 5 days a week on site.

About Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next‑generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable.

Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

Why Join the Team?
We are seeking a Control Systems Software Certification Engineer to support certification of safety‑critical control system software for gas turbine engines, including both in‑service and legacy‑certified systems.

This role offers end‑to‑end exposure across the DO‑178C lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, verification, and certification. You will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and test organizations, with opportunities to grow into technical leadership roles across engine programs.

What will your day‑to‑day look like?

Software Development & Maintenance

Develop and review software requirements, design, and code

Work within both web‑based requirement management tools and legacy environments (e.g., VAX‑based systems, GPU)

Contribute to code development in Assembly, Ada, C/C++, and other relevant languages

Certification & Compliance

Develop and review certification artifacts (plans, standards, procedures, compliance documents)

Support certification activities including SOI audits and resolution of findings

Ensure software activities comply with DO‑178C guidelines

Verification & Validation

Perform developer‑level verification activities (reviews, analysis, testing)

Support or collaborate on formal verification activities with internal teams and external partners

Analyze and interpret test results to ensure compliance and performance

Configuration Management

Support baselining, release documentation, and discrepancy tracking

Participate in configuration control and change management processes

Testing & Integration

Support testing activities across simulation, engine test benches, and flight testing

Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure smooth execution of verification campaigns

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including controls, systems, and suppliers

Drive process improvements based on lessons learned and program experience

What do you need to be successful?

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Software, or Aerospace Engineering

5+ years of experience in controls, embedded systems, avionics, or gas turbine environments

Strong experience working in complex control systems or safety‑critical software environments

Technical Expertise

Experience with RTCA DO‑178C (or similar standards such as ISO 26262), including:

Certification planning and documentation

Software development and verification in a compliant environment

Experience with embedded software development, ideally including low‑level programming (e.g., assembly)

Familiarity with configuration management and defect tracking processes

Professional Skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams

Demonstrated leadership potential and ownership mindset

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a systems‑level perspective

Proven ability to produce clear, structured technical documentation

Results‑driven, with the ability to prioritize and execute in complex environments

Assets

Experience with engine control systems (FADEC or single channel)

Knowledge of powerplant systems, sensors, actuators, and aircraft interfaces

Experience working with legacy systems and long‑life certified products

What We Offer

Pension and savings plan with…