Professional, Engineering - Design Production Support - Challenger Platforms

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Dorval; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a senior engineer for Design Production Support—Challenger Platforms at the Dorval plant. You will drive airframe structural design and systems installations, lead cross-functional teams, and coordinate with suppliers to implement changes.

The role requires 10+ years in airframe design, proficiency in CATIA V5/ENOVIA, and strong English/French communication. A hybrid work setup is offered at Dorval, QC, Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 10+ years experience in airframe structural design (primary/secondary) including systems.
• Proficient with CATIA V5, ENOVIA and MS Office; CATIA V4 is an asset.
• Excellent English and French communication, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Reduce repetitive non-conformances during Green and Interior aircraft build.
• Governance activities to monitor and drive resolution of recurring issues.
• Identify patterns, root causes and corrective actions.
• Prepare 4-blocker reports for management reviews.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement changes with suppliers.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Process RFC orders for temporary or permanent fixes.
• Prepare engineering drawings and 3D/2D data sets.

Skills

CATIA V5

ENOVIA

MS Office

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA V4

Job description

Professional, Engineering - Design Production Support - Challenger Platforms Posting Start Date: 9/21/26 Requisition ID: 15291 Dorval, QC, CAN, H4S 1Y9

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

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.

Working at 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 employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

In your role, you will:

• Be part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on reducing repetitive non-conformances during the Green and Interior aircraft build.
• Participate in governance activities to monitor and drive the resolution of recurring non-conformance issues.
• Identify patterns in non-conformances, determine root causes, and recommend effective corrective actions.
• Prepare 4-blocker reports to support management reviews and decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional teams—including engineering, quality, methods, and suppliers—to implement solutions and initiate the appropriate change processes.
• Interface with suppliers to communicate and coordinate required changes.
• Participate in design reviews and have good understanding and interpretation of industry and regulatory requirements.
• Incorporation of Requests for Change (RFC) orders for temporary or permanent fixes.
• Prepare engineering-related structural and systems installations, assembly and detail drawings.
• Create & modify 3D & 2D Detail / Assembly / Installation data sets.
• Work with the Electrical & Systems Engineers to ensure overall design and integration compatibility.
• Work closely with the Section Chief to continuously develop skills of team members through coaching, employee training and development.
• Provide technical direction to junior and intermediate design engineers to accomplish day to day tasks.

How to thrive in this role?

As our ideal candidate, you:

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering from a recognized university.
• Have 10+ years of experience in airframe structural design (primary and secondary), including systems installations
• Possess a solid understanding of Airframe configuration optimization, Loads and stress analysis, Materials and manufacturing processes, Tooling concepts and in-service structural requirements, Civil aircraft certification rules and procedures
• Are proficient with CATIA V5, ENOVIA, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of CATIA V4 is considered an asset.
• Have basic electrical knowledge (an asset).
• Demonstrate strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Are skilled at solving complex engineering problems under pressure and can work autonomously.
• Communicate effectively in English and French (both written and spoken).
• Bring strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, and are a committed team player who collaborates well in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Are results-driven, proactive, and possess sound judgment.

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Professional, Engineering - Design Production Support - Challenger Platforms

Primary Location Dorval Plant 3

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 15291 Professional, Engineering - Design Production Support - Challenger Platforms

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