About the job Senior Test and Instrumentation Engineer
Senior Test and Instrumentation EngineerLocation: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: CAD 120,000 - 165,000 gross/year
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced
Senior Test & Instrumentation Engineer to take ownership of engineering test facilities supporting the development and certification of
next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
This is a highly hands-on, senior-level role where you will design, build, operate, and evolve test systems and facilities in a fast-moving engineering environment. Initially, you will act as the first dedicated test engineer, defining methodologies, tooling, and working principles. As the organization grows, this role is expected to evolve into a
technical leadership and people management position.
Key Responsibilities- Lead overall test development activities, including test coverage, maintenance, and safety
- Define and influence test strategy and support the growth of the test organization
- Design, build, and operate engineering test rigs and facilities
- Perform hardware integration, assembly, and testing
- Operate test equipment and lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Develop test systems using first-principles and systems-led engineering approaches
- Collaborate closely with engineering, program management, and certification teams
- Apply relevant aerospace standards and specifications to all test activities
- Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality, productivity, and delivery timelines
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, safety, and certification requirements
- Act as a technical integrator between test, systems, and project teams
- Stay current with industry developments and emerging testing methodologies
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability
- Support the future build-out and leadership of the test engineering team
Requirements- 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, test engineering, or instrumentation roles within aerospace or automotive environments
- Hands-on experience with systems development and/or hardware testing
- Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle activities from concept to certification
- Experience working with ARP4754, ARP4761, and other relevant aerospace standards
- Familiarity with eVTOL certification frameworks (TCCA, FAA, EASA) is highly desirable
- Ability to work effectively in environments with evolving and changing requirements
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Leadership mindset with the potential to take on team management responsibilities
Whats Offered- Competitive salary package
- No fixed holiday cap
- Competitive group benefits plan
- Company stock purchase program
- Hybrid work options
- Opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced aerospace and eVTOL development
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