Interoperability Specialist

Insight Global; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks an Interoperability Specialist for a leading aerospace client in Longueuil, QC. You will evaluate how engineering models, PMI, and manufacturing data integrate across software platforms and business processes, and help define future-state processes for enterprise interoperability.

Responsibilities include creating test plans, validating results, and documenting findings while collaborating with stakeholders to assess CAD models and digital thread readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in engineering, manufacturing, quality, interoperability, or MB D initiatives; strong CATIA and 3D model interpretation.
• Understanding PMI and MBD principles; test planning and result analysis.
• Knowledge of metrology, GD&T, inspection, and QMS.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate how engineering models, PMI, and manufacturing data can be integrated across software and processes.
• Analyze existing processes, identify gaps, create test plans, execute validation activities.
• Document findings and help define future-state processes for interoperability across systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess legacy and current CAD models and PMI compatibility.
• Support digital thread transition and data management initiatives.

Skills

MBD awareness

PMI concepts

Test plans

GD&T knowledge

Interoperability

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Power BI

Python

AI tooling exposure

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Interoperability Specialist for a leading aerospace client in Longueuil, Quebec. This role will support enterprise initiatives focused on Model-Based Definition (MBD), Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), manufacturing, quality, and digital thread transformation.

The successful candidate will evaluate how engineering models, PMI, manufacturing data, inspection processes, and quality requirements can be integrated and leveraged across multiple software platforms and business processes. The Interoperability Specialist will analyze existing processes, identify gaps and failure points, create test plans, execute validation activities, document findings, and help define future-state processes that support interoperability across engineering, manufacturing, and quality systems.

The role will work closely with stakeholders to assess legacy and current CAD models, determine compatibility with modern PMI standards, and support the organization's transition toward a digital thread environment. Preferred Qualifications Aerospace, automotive, medical device, or other highly regulated industry experience. Exposure to digital thread initiatives and engineering data management. Understanding of manufacturing workflows and production environments. Experience with Power BI, reporting tools, and dashboard development. Exposure to Python for data analysis or automation. Familiarity with data science concepts and analytics. Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve engineering or manufacturing workflows.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, interoperability, or model-based initiatives. - Strong experience with CATIA and 3D model interpretation.
• Understanding of Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) and Model-Based Definition (MBD) principles.
• Experience developing and executing test plans and analyzing results.
• Strong knowledge of metrology, GD&T, inspection, and quality processes.
• Experience documenting processes, findings, and recommendations.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Aerospace, automotive, medical device, or other highly regulated industry experience.
• Exposure to digital thread initiatives and engineering data management.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and production environments.
• Experience with Power BI, reporting tools, and dashboard development.
• Exposure to Python for data analysis or automation.
• Familiarity with data science concepts and analytics.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve engineering or manufacturing workflows.

Compensation:

$27.5/hr to $40/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position.

Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.