PNT Engineer

Overview

Company Overview – MALE RPAS Program

Volatus Aerospace is establishing Canada’s first sovereign MALE (Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance) RPAS capability through the development and production of newly acquired aircraft platforms. As part of this initiative, we are building a world-class RPAS Innovation and Manufacturing Hub in Mirabel to support global market.

Volatus Aerospace met en place la première capacité souveraine canadienne de RPAS MALE (Moyenne Altitude – Longue Endurance) grâce au développement et à la production de plateformes aériennes récemment acquises. Dans le cadre de cette initiative stratégique, Volatus développe un centre d’innovation et de fabrication RPAS de calibre mondial à Mirabel, afin de soutenir les marchés nationaux et internationaux

This role plays a key part in advancing Volatus’ autonomy capabilities for unmanned aircraft operating in harsh environments and degraded navigation conditions. We are looking to hire an experienced PNT engineer to be part of our team and help us build cutting edge RF algorithms that will make a difference to UAV’s performance. This position is based in Mirabel, Quebec.

Ce poste joue un rôle clé dans l’avancement des capacités d’autonomie de Volatus pour des aéronefs sans pilote évoluant dans des environnements exigeants et sous des conditions de navigation dégradées. Nous cherchons à recruter un(e) ingénieur(e) PNT expérimenté(e) afin de rejoindre notre équipe et de contribuer au développement d’algorithm es RF de pointe ayant un impact direct sur les performances des UAV.

• Support development of navigation and timing capabilities for unmanned aircraft systems.
• Work with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate navigation-related components into airborne systems.
• Develop and maintain tools for data collection, analysis, and performance evaluation.
• Support lab, ground, and field testing activities and contribute to test readiness.
• Produce clear engineering documentation and support program execution activities.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with navigation systems, sensors, or avionics integration in embedded or airborne environments.
• Working knowledge of real-time software and data analysis workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in test-driven environments.
• Ability to collaborate across software, hardware, and flight test teams.

• Experience with SDR platforms and RF front-ends (e.g., GNU Radio, embedded SDRs).
• Experience with direction finding methods.
• UAV integration experience (PX4/Ardu Pilot ecosystems, MAVLink, avionics interfaces).
• Experience with antenna integration and practical.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI constraints for airborne electronics.

• Standard 40-hour workweek, Monday to Friday
• Occasional flexibility may be required to support time-sensitive activities or flight test campaigns
• Environment combining offices, laboratories and flight test activities

At Volatus Aerospace, you’ll join an innovative and fast-growing organization at the forefront of aerospace autonomy. We offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical aerospace programs with national and global impact

If you are ready to take your engineering career to new heights, please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role