Job: Design Approval Representative (DAR)
Location: Mirabel, Quebec, Canada
Embark on a journey with EXB Solutions at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Design Approval Representative Engineers to shape the future of cutting-edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. What we do matters.
This role is a hybrid in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada and would require some travel.
We are seeking an experienced Design Approval Representative (DAR) certified by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) to support our client’s certification efforts. The DAR will play a critical role in ensuring the rotorcraft meet all necessary regulatory requirements under Canadian regulations, working closely with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities.
Responsibilities May Include:
- Acting as the primary liaison between client and Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), guiding compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Reviewing and approving engineering designs, ensuring they meet TCCA standards and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Preparing, reviewing, and submitting essential certification documentation, including compliance reports, test plans, and analyses to TCCA and other regulatory bodies.
- Providing expert technical guidance to engineering teams on regulatory compliance and certification processes.
- Ensuring adherence to standards like RTCA DO-178C, DO-254, and SAE ARP 4754A for software, hardware, and systems certification.
- Conducting and overseeing conformity inspections to validate compliance with aviation safety regulations and certification requirements.
- Leading certification projects, ensuring timely execution and successful approval of aircraft systems and components.
- Supporting the integration of certification processes into engineering and project management workflows.
- Mentoring and training engineering staff on certification processes and ensuring alignment with TCCA regulations.
- Staying current with Canadian and international aviation certification standards and communicating updates to the team.
- Maintaining detailed documentation of certification activities, approvals, and communication with regulatory authorities.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and project management, to facilitate the certification process.
Required Qualifications:
- TCCA-certified DAR with active authorization in one or more relevant technical areas, such as aircraft software, airborne electronic hardware (AEH), or systems certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the aerospace industry, with a focus on certification activities for military or commercial rotorcraft.
- Expertise in TCCA regulations and standards, along with a solid understanding of FAA and EASA regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience in software, hardware, and/or systems certification, with proficiency in applicable standards like RTCA DO-178C, DO-254, and SAE ARP 4754A.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to lead complex certification projects, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk management.
- Expert technical communication skills with a proven track record of collaborating with regulatory authorities and engineering teams.
- In-depth experience with the preparation, review, and approval of certification documents and compliance reports.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous involvement in certification activities related to rotorcraft programs.
- Deep technical knowledge of engine control systems, digital and analog design, and aircraft systems across multiple certification levels (A-D).
- Experience collaborating with international regulatory bodies such as the FAA and EASA.
- Expertise in airborne software and/or hardware development with compliance to DO-178 and DO-254 standards.
- Proven leadership in cross-functional teams, managing relationships with suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies.
- Advanced degrees or certifications in aerospace or related disciplines.

Design Approval Representative
Why Work With Us
We are a family-like-company. We are collaborative. We believe in embracing change. We believe in doing consistent good work. EXB houses smart, curious and passionate about “making a difference” people. Our company culture sets us apart from others, as well as:
- 401k with Employer-Match Contributions
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life coverage
- Disability Benefits
- Gym Membership
- Generous compensation structure
- Ample learning opportunities
- Significant opportunities for advancement
- Next Generation / Cutting Edge Technology Projects
- Collaborative Culture
- Remote and Hybrid Opportunities Available
- Certification Assistance Available (Approval Required)
- Flexible, Friendly and Fun work environment
About Us
EXB Solutions (EXB) is a U.S.-based engineering service company with a Fortune 100 customer base and demonstrated record of delivering cutting edge results in systems and software engineering solutions for organizations delivering mission and safety critical applications and products. EXB’s organizational origins are over 23 years old and today comprises over 170 talented engineers. EXB serves the Aerospace, Defense and Medical Devices industries with systems engineering and embedded software development services for safety and mission critical applications. EXB’s purpose is to help customers build high-quality software. EXB’s software solutions have helped fly successful space missions, enhanced patients’ lives through innovative medical devices, and advanced commercial and military flight systems for safer travel and accomplishing mission objectives.
EXB Solutions understands our client’s business challenges. Which is why we go beyond what’s required to meet their software needs. We are a preferred and trusted supplier to technology companies. Our clients stay with us and consistently engage us on multiple engineering activities, projects and programs. What makes us different? Our engineers and our leaders!
On September 1, 2022, EXB Solutions announced it is now part of Quest Defense, which is a Quest Global company.
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