Senior Specialist in Mechanical Design

Airbus; Quebec; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and annual bonus

Group insurance

Pension plan

Share purchase plan

Hybrid work policy

On-site medical service

Employee discount program

Job summary

Airbus in Mirabel, Quebec, is seeking a Senior Specialist in Mechanical Design to lead a design team responsible for experimental mechanical and structural equipment on flight test aircraft. You will work with flight test crews and multiple engineering disciplines to define requirements and deliver installations.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, 15+ years of aerospace experience, leadership experience, CATIA proficiency, and a strong focus on systems integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 15+ years of aerospace experience.
• Proven leadership and prior management experience.
• Experience with experimental aircraft equipment (A220 experience is an asset).
• Extensive expertise in structural and mechanical design.
• Knowledge of CATIA is mandatory.
• Proactive, aerospace industry interest, and systems integration focus.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines within an integrated, multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a design team to define experimental mechanical and structural equipment for flight test aircraft.
• Gather design requirements with flight test crews and other engineering disciplines.
• Organize and support preliminary design reviews and critical design reviews with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support suppliers providing parts and systems for final installation on test aircraft.
• Ensure the final product meets flight test needs and project timelines.
• Train new employees in your area of expertise.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Do you have aerospace experience? Have you worked in structural and mechanical design on experimental equipment being installed on a flight test aircraft and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

We are actively working on the feasibility study for the A220 new development which is an exciting milestone for the A220 Program. In this context we are looking for the right leader to embark on this journey.

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a Senior Specialist in Mechanical Design to join our Flight Test department based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you will be part of the Test Means team responsible of the test benches design and the experimental installations on our Flight Test Vehicles.

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

Your role as a Senior Specialist in Mechanical Design will be to lead a design team to define experimental mechanical & structural equipment to be installed on flight test aircraft.

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, on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
• Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program and on-site Medical Service.
• 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.

Chez Airbus, nous vous aidons à travailler, à vous connecter et à collaborer plus facilement et de manière plus flexible. Partout où cela est possible, nous favorisons la flexibilité dans nos modes de travail afin de stimuler l'esprit d'innovation.

Your challenges:

• Work closely with flight test crews as well as other engineering disciplines to gather design requirements leading to the definition of experimental equipment on board test aircraft
• Lead and manage a team of structural and mechanical designers in the development of sketches, drawings, or other technical documents
• Organize and support preliminary design reviews and critical design reviews with stakeholders
• Involve flight test crews throughout the design process to ensure the final product meets their needs
• Train new employees in your area of expertise
• Coordinate and support suppliers providing parts and systems leading to their final assembly and installation on the test aircraft

Your boarding pass:

• You hold a degree in mechanical engineering
• You have over 15 years of relevant experience
• You possess leadership qualities and also have management experience
• You have experience with experimental aircraft equipment (A220 experience is an asset)
• You have extensive expertise in structural and mechanical design
• Knowledge of CATIA is mandatory
• You are proactive and have an interest in the aerospace industry and systems integration
• You are resourceful and capable of finding creative ways to achieve the desired result, adapting to rapidly changing situations and emerging obstacles
• Ability to work under strict deadlines within an integrated and multidisciplinary team
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with subject matter experts regarding a range of technical and operational topics

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.

***If required - travel***

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

Travel Required: Occasional travel within Canada & Overseas

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.

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