- Aircraft Loads
- 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry
- Technical approver and reviewer
- Support DR&O development (design requirements and objectives)
- Location – BA - Montreal
JD:
In your role, you will:
· Lead and coordinate the execution of activities within the Loads group
· Define the scope of work and validate the level of effort
· Ensure work quality (First Time Right) by providing timely and continuous guidance to Loads group personnel
· Act as a peer reviewer and technical approver
· Ensure a common approach across various programs
· Take ownership of problem resolution within the Knowledge Domain for all product lines
· Lead and coordinate the aircraft-level investigation and problem-solving process using the Problem-Solving Sheet (PSS) methodology and close the loop by documenting lessons learned
· Maintain a strong relationship with the leadership team to advise and provide constructive feedback
· Lead and coordinate Loads group activities related to the Knowledge Domain, strategic technology development, and innovation
· Define a vision, strategy, and development plan for the Loads group Knowledge Domain
· Plan, update, and expand the Loads group section in Bombardier’s Engineering System (BES)
· Develop and document Loads group activities in Bombardier manuals and ensure compliance with BES processes and best practices
· Propose the implementation of technical innovations based on industry trends through advanced design and strategic technology
· Lead and influence strategic technology initiatives related to loads and stay informed about new technologies to reduce loads
· Provide advice and recommendations on emerging techniques to improve aircraft efficiency, process efficiency, reduce loads analysis cycle time, while maintaining quality standards
· Lead and coordinate talent development within the Loads group
· Identify and develop engineers and DADs in the loads domain
· Identify skill gaps and plan/manage their closure
· Focus on training new employees
· Lead and coordinate discussions with Bombardier Defense and external suppliers
· Influence continuous improvement of the loads assessment process
· Act as the official spokesperson for the Loads group in discussions with Bombardier Defense and external customers
· Lead efforts for development, validation, and verification of Loads group requirements
· Support DR&O development
· Define the company approach for new regulatory elements
· Recommend new, more cost-effective engineering solutions
· Identify cost-saving opportunities for programs in collaboration with the procurement group
Qualifications
As our ideal candidate:
· You hold a bachelor’s degree in aeronautics or mechanical engineering. Higher education is an asset
· You have over 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry
· You have more than 10 years of experience leading a team of engineers working on loads assessments, from planning and execution to risk management and project delivery
· You possess strong organizational skills for planning work activities and tracking task execution within budget and schedule constraints
· You demonstrate sound judgment to optimize work scope and define the appropriate quality level
· You have a good understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements. A strong working relationship with Canadian, European, and U.S. certification authorities is an asset
· You have solid experience in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis
· You possess strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, communication skills (both written and verbal), and the ability to work under pressure
· You have excellent interpersonal skills
· You are recognized as an expert in the loads domain
