Section Chief, Engineering - Design Engineering, Aerostructures

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Quebec seeks a Section Chief, Engineering - Design Engineering, Aerostructures. This role requires overseeing a team, providing technical leadership, and ensuring quality in airframe design. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant engineering degree and have at least 10 years of experience in structural design. Strong communication skills in both English and French, along with leadership capabilities, are essential. The position promotes hybrid work policies and offers a competitive benefits program.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Airframe Primary and Secondary Structural Design including Systems Installations.
• Understanding of airframe design, aircraft configuration, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee, coordinate and prioritize activities of a team of designers.
• Provide technical engineering leadership to all team members.
• Ensure effective management of all aspects of technical engineering.
• Maintain technical knowledge related to Airframe Structure and Systems Installation.
• Support manpower planning activities and budget preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking under pressure

Technical knowledge of airframe design

Working knowledge of Catia V5

Bilingual in English and French

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Catia V5

Job description

Section Chief, Engineering - Design Engineering, Aerostructures

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

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.

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)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Plan, oversee, coordinate and prioritize activities of a team of designers to achieve department quality, schedule and cost goals.
• Provide technical engineering leadership to all team members to accomplish the Program requirements.
• Define individual goals and expected results for engineering employees in order to support the group and department.
• Apply BOE and other methodologies to implement and improve business processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and meet strategic goals.
• Ensure effective management of all aspects of technical engineering associated to Structures, Systems Installations, and Integration by closely working with other engineering departments, internal and external customers, and Structural partners/Suppliers.
• Work closely with the employees to continuously develop skills of team members through coaching, employee training and development, ongoing assessment, and feedback with the objective to build and sustain an environment that supports cooperation, employee engagement and trust.
• Maintain technical knowledge and awareness of developments related to Airframe Structure and Systems Installation.
• Support manpower planning activities and budget preparation.

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a Bachelor or Master's degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• You have a minimum of 10 years of experience in Airframe Primary and Secondary Structural Design including Systems Installations.
• You understand airframe design, aircraft configuration, materials and manufacturing processes.
• You have a working knowledge of Catia V5 engineering software.
• You have strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• You can work on many priorities at the same time and under pressure.
• You have excellent communication skills in English (written and oral) and French (written and oral).
• You must be able to work in a team environment and interact with Senior Management and other operation support functions (Operations, Quality, Methods and Procurement).

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Please note: You don't need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We're not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

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 Section Chief, Engineering - Design Engineering, Aerostructures

Primary Location Marcel-Laurin Plant 1

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Referral Amount $2,000.00

Requisition 10630 Section Chief, Engineering - Design Engineering, Aerostructures