Project Engineer, Systems Engineer

Location:

hybrid

Work Shift:

day
Unionized position

CMC Electronics (CMC) has earned an international reputation for innovation and excellence in the design, manufacturing and support of electronic products for the aviation markets. CMC is focused on delivering innovative cockpit and avionics system integration solutions to commercial and military customers worldwide. Its principal facilities are located in Montreal, Quebec;
Ottawa, Ontario;
Chicago, Illinois and our newest site in Reston, Virginia. CMC is a major supplier to the aerospace and high‑technology industries, airlines, military agencies and government customers worldwide.

You will join a world‑class engineering organization responsible for the development of certified aircraft systems encompassing both hardware and software. The team works on complex, highly regulated avionics and mission systems programs for civil and military aviation markets, collaborating closely with Program Management, Airworthiness, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver innovative aerospace solutions.

As a Project Engineer, you will report to the Engineering Director and be responsible for the organization, coordination, and control of all phases of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with applicable airworthiness standards such as DO‑160 and DO‑178C. You will serve as the primary interface between the Engineering team and cross‑functional groups within CMC Electronics. Projects involve the development of certified aircraft systems encompassing both hardware and software, from requirements definition through verification and certification.

• Preparing Engineering Estimates and Engineering Development Plans
• Executing Engineering Development Plans while proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could delay schedules or impact deliverables
• Leading engineering project teams to respect budget, schedule, and ensure quality deliveries, driving mitigation plans when required
• Identifying user stories and detailed tasks with the engineering team, assigning priorities and communicating requirements and deadlines
• Working with Program Management, Airworthiness, Quality, and Manufacturing to advance project execution
• Producing and presenting status reports for management review
• Creating and maintaining project plans in Primavera
• Supporting customer technical meetings and bids & proposals

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering, or Computer Science
• Have a minimum of 7 years of experience in hardware and software design in the field of avionics or military products
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, including technical risk oversight and managing teams of 10+ people, including remote teams
• Demonstrate success in executing and leading complex technical projects requiring cost, schedule, and risk management
• Demonstrate understanding of requirements management for hardware and/or software system development
• Be driven for results and thrive under pressure
• Be available to travel to CMC Electronics US locations once per month initially

• Knowledge of DO‑178C and DO‑254 quality standards
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts at all levels of the organization
• Experience working on certified and regulated technical systems

• 100% paid group insurance and employer‑matched pension plan
• Student financial assistance program
• Free electric charging stations
• Low‑cost on‑site cafeteria
• Closed between the holidays
• World‑class company on a human scale