Manager, Predictive Maintenance & Data Science

Bombardier; Dorval; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier’s Aerospace Canada team seeks a Manager of Predictive Maintenance & Data Science to define and execute the strategic analytics roadmap for Connected Aircraft. You will lead cross-functional teams across data science, ML engineering, and reliability to deliver predictive maintenance capabilities and actionable insights.

You will guide analytics toward scalable, explainable models aligned with customer outcomes, while collaborating with AHMS, CRC, and engineering partners to advance

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace, mechanical, systems, reliability, computer science or data science.
• 10+ years in aerospace/reliability/predictive maintenance or data science.
• 5+ years leading technical or multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute predictive maintenance strategy and roadmap.
• Lead reliability and fleet analytics initiatives.
• Oversee data science and analytics solutions for predictive maintenance.
• Collaborate with product managers and software development teams.

Skills

Predictive maintenance

Data science

Leadership

Analytics

Education

University degree in related field

Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering

Data Science

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Manager, Predictive Maintenance & Data Science

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Providing services to Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing continuous growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the greatest results happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

What are your contributions to the team?

Predictive Maintenance Strategy & Innovation

• Define and execute the Connected Aircraft predictive maintenance strategy and capability roadmap aligned with business objectives and customer needs
• Lead the evolution of condition-based and predictive maintenance capabilities across Bombardier's global fleet
• Identify opportunities to leverage aircraft operational, maintenance, and health monitoring data to improve fleet performance and maintenance outcomes
• Promote innovation through advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies in support of Connected Aircraft solutions

Reliability Engineering & Fleet Analytics

• Lead initiatives aimed at improving aircraft reliability, dispatch availability, and maintenance effectiveness
• Oversee fleet health monitoring activities and identify emerging trends, degradation patterns, and operational risks
• Guide reliability investigations and root cause analyses to support corrective actions and product improvements
• Ensure development and continuous improvement of Condition Monitoring Events (CMEs), reliability indicators, and predictive maintenance methodologies

Data Science & Advanced Analytics

• Lead teams responsible for data science, machine learning, engineering analytics, and predictive maintenance solutions
• Promote the development and deployment of analytical models that generate actionable and operationally relevant insights
• Ensure predictive models and analytics solutions are technically sound, explainable, scalable, and aligned with customer and business objectives
• Collaborate with Data Platform and Software Development teams to industrialize and operationalize advanced analytics capabilities

Team Leadership & Execution

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team including Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, Data Engineers, Aircraft Reliability Specialists, and external partners
• Define team objectives, monitor performance, and support employee development, engagement, and career growth
• Recruit and develop capabilities aligned with long-term business and technology strategies
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous learning

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Product Managers and Software Development teams to transform predictive maintenance concepts into customer-facing digital capabilities
• Partner with AHMS Engineering, Technical Services, Customer Response Center (CRC), Field Service Representatives (FSRs), and aircraft systems specialists to ensure operational needs are reflected in analytics solutions
• Work with suppliers, engineering teams, and external research partners to advance predictive maintenance and reliability initiatives
• Support customer engagement activities related to predictive maintenance solutions and fleet health management

Delivery Execution & Operational Impact

• Ensure analytics initiatives and predictive maintenance capabilities are delivered on schedule and aligned with business priorities
• Define and track key performance indicators related to fleet reliability, maintenance effectiveness, customer adoption, and business value
• Monitor solution performance and continuously improve predictive maintenance capabilities based on operational feedback and measured outcomes
• Manage team budget, resource allocation, external partnerships, and vendor relationships

How to thrive in this role?

As our ideal candidate, you have:

• University degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in aerospace engineering, reliability engineering, predictive maintenance, data science, or related domains
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading technical or multidisciplinary teams
• Experience working with aircraft systems, maintenance operations, reliability programs, fleet performance, or aircraft health monitoring solutions
• Strong business and strategic mindset with the ability to translate technical capabilities into customer and business value
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both technical and business audiences

Assets

• Experience with Aircraft Health Monitoring Systems (AHMS) and Connected Aircraft technologies
• Experience with machine learning, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics solutions
• Experience with condition-based maintenance, predictive maintenance, reliability analysis, or MSG-3 methodologies
• Familiarity with cloud analytics platforms, Python, SQL, and modern data environments
• Experience collaborating with research institutions, industry working groups, or innovation programs

Now that you can see yourself with the Bombardier Team!

OpportunityManager, Predictive Maintenance & Data Science
Primary LocationAdministrative Centre (CA)
OrganizationAerospace Canada
Requisition 14646 Manager, Predictive Maintenance & Data Science