Flight Control System Specialist / Spécialiste des Systèmes de Commandes de Vol

Airbus; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

On-site cafeterias

Annual bonus

Job summary

Airbus in Mirabel (Montreal area) seeks a Flight Control System Specialist to lead control-system development and integration across design, testing, certification, production and in-service support. You will work with teams in Mirabel, Toulouse, and Bremen, ensuring safe, compliant flight-control solutions for the A220 program.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, lifecycle involvement from design to service, and collaboration with European counterparts, with a hybrid work policy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated leadership within the aerospace industry.
• Experience in at least one full aircraft development cycle.
• Proficiency in design, integration, testing and certification of flight control systems.
• Familiarity with RTCA DO-160 and DO-178 standards.
• Assets: ARP4754 and Part 25 certification knowledge.
• Experience with MATLAB simulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of control-system projects.
• Evaluate supplier designs across the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with program functions to advance development and certification.
• Conduct technical investigations and develop solutions.
• Prepare and analyze tests on the integrated systems platform (Iron Bird).
• Manage system design changes per the A220 change process.
• Approve technical reports including requirement validation and verification.
• Provide technical support to production line for flight control issues.
• Lead continued airworthiness for emerging issues.
• Support Customer Service with in-service investigations and corrective actions.
• Represent the team in supplier interactions.
• Support team in making technical decisions.
• Help team members reach their potential.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual (French & English)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Do you have experience in systems integration and strong leadership skills? Have you worked in the aerospace industry and are looking to grow and develop new skills? This position is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft program is seeking a Flight Control System Specialist to join the Aircraft Controls department based in Mirabel (Quebec, Canada), where you will work closely with teams in Mirabel, Toulouse, and Bremen.

You will be part of the Aircraft Controls team, which is responsible for the development, certification, production support, and in-service support of flight control and hydraulic systems for the A220 aircraft. We work closely with systems and structures design groups, certification authorities, and various engineering disciplines to deliver reliable and safe systems for the A220.

As a specialist for flight control systems development and integration, you will provide technical leadership for projects related to control systems. You will be involved in all phases of the system development lifecycle—from design and implementation to testing, certification, production and in-service support, and continued airworthiness. These activities are carried out in collaboration with our European counterparts within the Airbus group, leveraging lessons learned from other Airbus platforms.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
• Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy (based on operational needs), on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
• Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application .
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

• Lead the development and integration of projects applicable to control systems.
• Evaluate and approve supplier designs by participating in solution development, design, manufacturing, integration, and verification processes.
• Collaborate with other program functions and disciplines to exchange the information needed to advance development and certification projects.
• Conduct technical investigations and analyze and develop solutions to problems.
• Participate in the preparation, execution, and analysis of investigative, development, and certification tests, particularly on the integrated systems simulation and certification platform (Iron Bird).
• Manage system design changes in accordance with the A220 change management process.
• Approve technical reports, such as technical requirement documentation, including requirement validation and verification.
• Provide technical support to the A220 production line to resolve issues affecting the flight control systems.
• Lead technical aspects of continued airworthiness regarding emerging issues impacting the system.
• Support the Customer Service department with in-service issues: investigations (in-depth root cause analysis and definition of corrective actions), troubleshooting procedures, and disposition.
• Represent the team in interactions with suppliers.
• Support specialists in determining technical approaches and making technical decisions.
• Support team members in reaching their full potential.

Your boarding pass:

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering from an accredited university and have at least 12 years of relevant experience.
• You have demonstrated leadership within the aerospace industry.
• Experience participating in at least one full aircraft development cycle—from preliminary design to entry into service is an asset.
• You are proficient in the specification, design, integration, testing, and certification of flight control systems and their components.
• You are familiar with RTCA DO-160 and DO-178 standards.
• Experience with ARP4754 is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of certification requirements (TCCA/FAA/EASA Part 25) is an asset.
• You have knowledge of simulation, specifically using Matlab software (an asset).
• You possess strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.

Due to the sector of activity (aerospace), frequent contacts with Airbus entities worldwide, and interactions with suppliers and clients also located across the globe, proficiency in English is required for this position.

This role may involve some travels for business (in Europe and USA).

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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