Senior Systems Engineer

Location: Lindsay, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: CAD 165,000 – 210,000 gross/year

A senior-level Systems Engineer is sought to lead aircraft- and system-level engineering activities for next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) platforms.

This role plays a critical part in cultivating in-house systems engineering capability and fostering a strong systems culture across engineering teams. You will operate in a complex stakeholder environment with evolving requirements, guiding internal teams to scope, develop, and deliver robust, certifiable solutions.

Systems Engineers are recognized as the architects of complex products. This position offers the opportunity to shape systems engineering tools, methodologies, and culture on a flagship aerospace program, with strong long-term growth prospects.

• Lead first-principles, systems-led development of the hybrid electrical powertrain

• Promote and embed systems engineering practices across engineering teams

• Act as a technical integrator between project management and multidisciplinary engineering teams

• Apply best-practice systems engineering methodologies to support development and business objectives

• Own and apply relevant standards and specifications (INCOSE, ARP4754A, ARP4761, etc.)

• Develop safety cases, verification strategies, and risk mitigation plans for the platform

• Challenge existing approaches and introduce improvements to engineering quality, productivity, and delivery timelines

• Ensure rigor, resilience, and continuous improvement in design solutions

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, schedule, and budget requirements

• Stay current with advancements in systems engineering and aerospace technologies

• Drive continuous improvement of processes to enhance safety and efficiency

• Serve as a technical leader and role model within the engineering organization

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering within aerospace or automotive environments

• Experience across all phases of the product lifecycle

• Hands-on experience with systems development and/or test is strongly preferred

• Strong working knowledge of ARP4754, ARP4761, and related systems engineering standards

• Familiarity with eVTOL certification frameworks (TCCA, FAA, EASA)

• INCOSE-aligned systems engineering knowledge and mindset

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in complex, evolving technical environments

• Competitive senior-level compensation package

• No fixed holiday cap

• Competitive group benefits plan

• Company stock purchase program

• Hybrid working options

• Opportunity to contribute to industry-leading aerospace and eVTOL programs