Team Leader, Aerospace Design and CAD Manager / Chef d'équipe, Conception Aérospatiale et gesti[...]

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Team Leader for Aerospace Design and CAD Management. In this exciting role, you will direct a talented team responsible for designing and documenting complex aircraft structures and systems. Your leadership will ensure that all designs meet client and airworthiness certification requirements. The position offers a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that enhance aviation safety and efficiency. If you are passionate about aerospace design and eager to lead a diverse team, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Free parking

Hybrid work environment

Inclusive workplace

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized post-secondary program in mechanical or aerospace technology.
• Significant experience in design and drawing of aircraft parts using CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all activities of the design office for aircraft structures.
• Manage CAD systems software and complete structural repairs for aircraft.

Skills

Effective Communication

Team Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary program in mechanical or aerospace technology

Tools

2D and 3D CAD Software

Solidworks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Team Leader, Aerospace Design and CAD Manager

Reference number: MOT25J-140799-000274
Selection process number: 24-MOT-EA-HRS-04968-1

Transport Canada
Ottawa (Ontario)
EG-07
$95,484 to $120,034

For further information on the organization, please visit Transport Canada.

Closing date: 17 January 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Apply online

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME: Transport Canada (TC) is committed to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds that represent Canada.

If you would like to work in a dynamic team, are forward-thinking and action-oriented, enthusiastic about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, then TC is the place for you!

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online using the Public Service Resourcing System. If there is something preventing you from doing so, communicate with the contact information at the bottom of this advertisement to discuss alternate ways of applying for this employment opportunity.

Duties

The Team Leader, Aerospace Design and CAD Manager, directs, supervises, and participates in all activities of the design office. The design office, as part of the engineering team, prepares designs and documentation of complex aircraft structures, assemblies, and systems from concept to detail design, testing, production, and in-service support to meet client and airworthiness certification requirements for a wide variety of fixed and rotary wing aircraft. The incumbent performs a wide variety of roles supporting internal government clients:

1. Develop and complete designs, CAD drawings, illustrations, and data to support an operational fleet aircraft including data for Supplemental Type Certificates and Repair Design Approvals.
2. Manage the CAD systems software, drawing configuration control, and all the design and drawing processes used by the team.
3. Complete structural repairs and modifications for metallic and composite structures for both Transport Category aircraft and light aircraft.
4. Aircraft modifications, including customized equipment and systems for a wide variety of different operational requirements.

Work environment

The position is based in the ASD Headquarters at Ottawa International Airport Hangar T-58. Free parking is available. If you are not presently located in the National Capital Region, you will be required to relocate to Ottawa, Ontario in order to be considered. The position is Monday to Friday and is eligible for hybrid work.

Intent of the process

The immediate intent of the process is to staff one EG-07 position in Ottawa. This may result in the creation of a pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates within the Aircraft Services Directorate at Transport Canada. This pool may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures and as well as various linguistic requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
ED1: Successful completion of a recognized post-secondary school program of studies in mechanical or aerospace technology or design or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Significant experience in design and drawing of aircraft parts and subassemblies, for example structures, interiors, or electrical systems using 2D and 3D CAD (computer aided design) software and related tools.
EX2: Experience in supervision of a team of employees engaged in the design, development, and modification of airborne mechanical and/or electrical system installations.
EX3: Significant experience in planning and leading design and drafting project work including the configuration control of design data through the manufacture, installation, integration, and life cycle of structural and electrical equipment in aircraft.
EX4: Experience in design of aircraft parts and sub-assemblies by applying principles of aircraft structures and systems, standard practices, and common aircraft manufacturing or repair techniques.
EX5: Experience in application of aircraft regulations and certification requirements to design and repair of aircraft parts and sub-assemblies.
EX6: Significant experience in developing, configuring, maintaining and/or procuring Computer-Aided Design (CAD) capability, and associated tools including the life-cycle management of all supporting hardware and software to ensure the continuous availability of effective design support equipment.

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3: Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines and with evolving priorities.

COMPETENCIES
C1: Working Effectively with Others
C2: Dependability
C3: Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
C4: Achieves Results
C5: People Management
C6: Strategic Thinking – Analysis/Ideas

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience in the use of Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD, Solidworks Product Data Management (PDM) programs.
AEX2: Knowledge of MathCAD and/or finite element analysis software.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
OR1: Willingness and availability to work overtime on short notice during the week or on weekends.
OR2: Willingness and availability to travel on occasion within North America, as well as internationally, if and when required.
OR3: Willingness and ability to work in various positions on aircraft, which may involve standing, kneeling, lying, and sitting as well as crawling into confined spaces and climbing elevated maintenance stands.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Due to national staffing controls that are in place with a goal to align the TC workforce with future-year salary affordability, Indeterminate TC employees that are qualified may be hired first until the staffing controls are lifted.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance
- Maintain a valid passport for the purpose of travel to conferences and training sessions within North America, as well as travel to ASD bases across Canada in support of ASD and Aircraft Engineering Organization (AEO) operation.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Note on Asset Experience: Asset qualifications are not mandatory qualifications to the position. You do not need to answer the screening questions for the asset qualifications. However, if you meet one or more, you are strongly encouraged to answer asset qualifications questions in your online applications as they may be used at any stage in the process or be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be considered for an appointment.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Contact information

Sophiane Ranger - Human Resources Advisor