Aerospace Systems Specialist

ADGA Group is a Canadian-owned defence and security company that provides integrated, mission-critical technical solutions to Government and industry, specializing in C5ISRT, simulation and training, cyber and infrastructure security, and program delivery. With nearly 60 years of experience, ADGA supports federal clients and Canada’s intelligence and enforcement agencies through embedded teams, advisory services, and full project execution, applying deep operational expertise and innovation to strengthen national safety, resilience, and sovereignty. Guided by a strong social mandate, the company creates meaningful employment for veterans of the CAF and RCMP and other professionals committed to public service, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and agile workplace that supports career development, professional growth, and impactful work across Canada.

ADGA is currently seeking to connect with professionals within Aerospace/Air Systems Engineering for an anticipated upcoming project. This is a proactive recruitment initiative, with potential start dates in the coming weeks or months, contingent on contract award.

The Air Systems Technical Specialist will be required to perform the following tasks:

• Conducting technical studies as and when requested to produce technical options, validate and assess options, assess technical risks and evaluate designs.
• Producing draft specifications of systems, sub-systems, equipment, interfaces or ancillaries.
• Tailoring military or commercial standards, specifications or practices for incorporation into system specifications.
• Generating and/or evaluating test plans, procedures, reports and provide recommendations.
• Preparing airworthiness certification management plans.
• Managing the planning, coordination, documentation and engineering efforts connected with the technical and operational airworthiness certification of modifications to air systems.
• Proposing and/or analyzing engineering change proposals, estimating costs / risks and making recommendations.
• Reviewing technical deliverables provided by third parties and providing recommendations.
• Participating in planning meetings and technical reviews relating to the design, application management and support of software sub-systems.
• Preparing specifications and statements of work for the procurement.
• Preparing draft deliverables for governance milestones.
• Developing and assessing maintenance strategies, plans and support requirements.
• Providing equipment project management services; developing environmental protection standards, practices or policies.
• When requested, coordinating test activities with the Flight Test Authority and Research Organizations for Developmental, Engineering, and Operational Test and Evaluation.

• Must have successfully completed a university-level Degree (bachelor’s or higher) in an engineering discipline in or related to aerospace engineering.
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience in aerospace or defence engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 1+ years of recent and relevant experience in the following areas: 
  • Working in the definition, development, study or maintenance of Aircraft Electronic Warfare Systems.
  • Applying airspace airworthiness regulations (civil or military) enforced in North America.
  • Reviewing project management documents for the following sub-criteria: Configuration Management Plans, Statements of Work, Statements of Requirement and Options Analysis
  • Developing or managing the following DND specific airworthiness products: Aircraft Modification Approval Form, Modification DIR Form, Request for Project Estimate (RFPE)
  • Developing or managing the following DND specific project initiation products: Defence Procurement Strategy Submissions, Statements of work for Foreign Military Sales Cases
• Knowledge of airworthiness and certification processes (military or civil aviation)
• Experience developing or reviewing technical specifications and test documentation
• Familiarity with engineering change management and configuration control
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent technical writing and communication abilities

• Relevant Professional Certification would be considered a strong asset
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Secret security clearance

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

*Our recruitment systems include artificial intelligence–enabled tools; however, AI is not used to screen, evaluate, or make decisions about applicants for this role.

*Unless otherwise stated, all job postings reflect a current vacancy at the time of publication.

Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.