Role: Open IMA Development Engineer / IMA Systems Architect
Location: Montreal, QC (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Domain – Aerospace
Keywords:
Open IMA, Integrated Modular Avionics, IMA Architecture, ARINC 653, ARINC 664, AFDX, DO-178C, DO-297, DO-254, Avionics Integration, Platform Integration, Certification, Aircraft Systems
NOTE - DO-297 is a must-have requirement.
Mandatory Skills:
· Hands-on experience with Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) / Open IMA system development
· Experience with IMA architecture definition, platform integration, and system configuration
· Strong understanding of IMA partitioning concepts and ARINC 653
· Experience with avionics platform integration including CPU, memory, and I/O resource allocation
· Experience managing avionics system interfaces and aircraft data networks
· Strong knowledge of AFDX / ARINC 664 standards
· Experience supporting avionics certification activities (FAA, EASA, Transport Canada, or equivalent)
· Knowledge of DO-178C, DO-297, and DO-254 standards
· Experience creating technical documentation and certification support artifacts
· Prior experience working with an Aircraft OEM or major aerospace organization
Key Responsibilities:
· Define and maintain Integrated Modular Avionics system architecture aligned with aircraft-level requirements
· Support Open IMA platform development, integration, and certification activities
· Configure partitions and ensure compliance with platform constraints
· Support verification, traceability, and certification documentation
· Manage avionics interfaces and resolve architecture/integration challenges
· Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams during design reviews
· Provide technical guidance on IMA architecture and platform integration best practices
Preferred Skills:
· Experience certifying Open IMA platforms with major certification authorities
· Aircraft-level avionics architecture experience
· Experience with application hosting and resource allocation
· Experience with aerospace organizations such as Airbus, Boeing, Collins Aerospace, Thales, Honeywell, Safran, GE Aerospace, or similar
Pay: $150,000.00-$180,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
