Metallic & Forging Specialist / Spécialiste Métallurgie et Forge

Airbus; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Group insurance

Pension plan

Share purchase plan

Hybrid working policy

On-site cafeterias

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Metallic & Forging Specialist to join its Materials & Processes Engineering team in Mirabel, QC. You will provide advanced technical expertise on metallic materials, forgings, castings, and machining for the A220 program, collaborating with Suppliers, Operations, and QA to resolve issues and approve qualification documents.

The role offers a hybrid work policy, competitive compensation, and strong development paths with international mobility opportunities. Travel up to <5% may be required, with English proficiency essential and French at an intermediate level.

Qualifications

• Degree in materials engineering, metallurgy, or mechanical engineering.
• Experience in aerospace with metallic materials used in aircraft structures.
• Hands-on material testing, allowables, and qualification of forgings/castings/extrusions.
• Knowledge of aerospace surface finishing, wear and corrosion mechanisms.
• Understanding of aerospace fasteners selection, qualification, and installation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to resolve Design, Certification, and Compliance issues with Suppliers, Operations, and Quality.
• Review and approve Engineering Drawings, Manufacturing Techniques Sheets, Forgings/Castings Qualification, and Test Reports.
• Collaborate in a multi-functional team on cost reduction and structural modifications to meet M&P requirements.
• Coordinate with Liaison Engineers to provide timely M&P dispositions for manufacturing issues.
• Ensure redesign activities meet environmental regulations affecting the aircraft.
• Share knowledge across assembly sites and document dispositions for management visibility.
• Support MRB activities on a rotational basis during evenings and weekends.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

English communication

French language

Education

Materials/Mechanical Eng degree

Tools

CATIA

Enovia

MS Office

Job description

Do you have experience in materials engineering, have you worked in metallic material and process qualification and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a Metallic & Forging Specialist to join our Materials & Processes (M&P) Engineering team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you will work jointly with engineering, production teams, and our suppliers.

You will be part of the M&P team responsible for supporting the A220 aircraft program by providing advanced technical expertise on metallic materials, forgings, castings, and machining.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as a Metallic & Forging Specialist will be to resolve design issues, approve part qualifications, and support supply chain and operations.

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:

• Provide primary technical expertise in resolving Design, Certification, and Compliance issues interacting with Suppliers, Operations, and Quality.
• Perform technical reviews and approve Engineering Drawings, Manufacturing Techniques Sheets, Forgings/Castings Qualification, and Test Reports.
• Work in a Multi-Functional Team on cost reduction opportunities, structural modifications, and ensure designs meet M&P requirements.
• Work in close collaboration with Liaison Engineers to provide timely M&P technical dispositions for manufacturing and assembly issues.
• Ensure redesign activities meet environmental regulations impacting the A220 aircraft.
• Engage with the M&P specialists team and exchange information with other assembly sites to share technical knowledge.
• Document dispositions on M&P work files and provide clear visibility to management regarding emerging technical issues.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities on a rotational basis during evening shifts and weekends.

Your boarding pass:

• Degree in materials engineering, metallurgy, or mechanical engineering.
• Solid experience in the Aerospace industry directly related to metallic use (Titanium, aluminium, steel) in Aircraft Structures.
• Hands‑on experience in material testing, allowables establishment, and qualification of forgings, extrusions, castings, and machining.
• Extended knowledge of aerospace surface finishing (plating, anodizing), organic finishing, and mechanisms of wear and corrosion.
• Understanding of aerospace fasteners selection, qualification, and installation requirements.
• Proficiency in standard tools mandatory for the job (CATIA, Enovia, MS Office) and familiarity with industry standards (SAE, ASTM, OEM).
• Strong problem‑solving, project management skills, and ability to thrive in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Advanced level of English and Intermediate level of French (written and spoken).

If required - travel

This role may involve some travels for business (worldwide).

Travel Required: <5% Domestic and International.

Possible on-call duties during week-ends and/or holiday seasons.

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.

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.

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