Assembly Methods Team Leader

CAE Inc; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program

Share Purchase Plan

RRSP

Pension Plan

Sabbatical Leave

Parental Leave

Job summary

CAE Inc., a global leader in civil aviation simulation and training, is seeking an Assembly Methods Team Leader in Quebec to drive manufacturing routings, work instructions, and configuration management. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, coordinate priorities with Engineering, Production, Quality and Planning, and push continuous improvements in methods and tools.

Your bilingual (French and English) communication enhances collaboration across shifts and functions, ensuring on-time,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant management experience.
• Bilingual (French and English).
• Strong knowledge of configuration management, manufacturing routings, and assembly processes.
• Experience with PLM, ERP, or MES systems (asset).
• Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Boards and Power BI (asset).

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate team activities to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of manufacturing routings, assembly documentation, and work instructions.
• Ensure effective product configuration management and support engineering change implementation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Planning teams to support operations and project execution.
• Participate in production problem-solving activities and continuous improvement of assembly processes.
• Monitor work progress, manage risks, and resolve issues that may impact project delivery and operational performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Bilingual (French/English)

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps Boards

Power BI

PLM

ERP

MES systems

Job description

As a global leader in civil aviation and defense simulation and training, CAE develops some of the industry's most advanced flight simulators. As part of the evolution of our manufacturing operations and digital transformation journey, we are seeking an Assembly Methods Team Leader to lead our Assembly Methods activities.You will be responsible for a team supporting product configuration management, manufacturing routings, and work instruction development, while contributing to the continuous improvement of the tools, processes, and methodologies that support our assembly operations.Reporting to the Assembly Methods Manager, you will coordinate the team’s activities, resources, and priorities to support manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and coordinate team activities to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives.Oversee the creation and maintenance of manufacturing routings, assembly documentation, and work instructions.Ensure effective product configuration management and support engineering change implementation.Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Planning teams to support operations and project execution.Participate in production problem-solving activities and continuous improvement of assembly processes.Monitor work progress, manage risks, and resolve issues that may impact project delivery and operational performance.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of relevant management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.Preferred QualificationsStrong knowledge of configuration management, manufacturing routings, and assembly processes.Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Boards and Power BI (asset).Experience with PLM, ERP, or MES systems (asset).Bilingual ( French and English).BenefitsComprehensive Group Insurance Program.Telemedicine Services.Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Employee Share Purchase Plan.Group RRSP.Defined Benefit Pension Plan.Sabbatical Leave Program.Extended Parental Leave.#LI-ND1About CAEAt CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.Position TypeRegularEqual Opportunity & AccommodationsCAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.Data PrivacyPrivacy Statement | CAEAs part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.