Test Cell Engineer

FTAI Aviation LLC; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation and leave benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision

Virtual Health Care

Wellness Spending Account

EFAP counseling

Job summary

FTAI Aviation LLC in Montreal seeks a Test Cell Engineer to advance engine test facilities, improve reliability, and help design two new test cells. This role blends hands-on hardware work with strategic influence on testing infrastructure decisions.

The position requires 3+ years in aerospace test cells, strong instrumentation/controls experience, and bilingual English/French skills. Evening shifts may be available as operational needs warrant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering or relevant technical experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting test cells in aerospace or related environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with instrumentation, controls, and power distribution.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks) for electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Understanding of P&IDs, control logic, and ladder logic programming.
• Ability to work independently in a production environment.
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for aircraft engine test cell operations.
• Develop, review, and approve engine test procedures.
• Analyze engine performance data and troubleshoot test anomalies.
• Support acceptance testing of overhauled gas turbine engines.
• Investigate engine performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production, quality assurance, maintenance, and customer representatives.
• Ensure compliance with OEM, regulatory, and internal procedures.
• Support instrumentation calibration and test cell system maintenance.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation.

Skills

Instrumentation

Controls

Power distribution

CAD (SolidWorks)

P&IDs

Ladder logic

English & French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLC programming

Job description

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Test Cell Engineer plays a critical, hands-on role at the heart of our aircraft engine test operations. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys being close to the hardware, solving real-world technical problems, and shaping the future of test infrastructure. You will be a key contributor to the modernization, reliability, and expansion of our test cells, including participation in the design and construction of up to two new test cells.

At FTAI Aviation, this is not a maintenance-only role. You will actively influence technical decisions, lead upgrades, support capital projects, and work closely with test engineers, technicians, suppliers, and leadership to continuously improve our testing capabilities.

To support operational needs, we are looking for candidates interested in evening shift opportunities.

Why Join Us:

• Direct impact on engine test cell modernization and expansion
• Hands-on exposure to aircraft engine testing environments
• Opportunity to lead equipment upgrades, redesigns, and new installations
• Involvement in capital projects, RFQs, vendor selection, and commissioning
• Dynamic MRO environment with long-term growth and investment in facilities

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support for aircraft engine test cell operations.
• Develop, review, and approve engine test procedures.
• Analyze engine performance data and troubleshoot test anomalies.
• Support acceptance testing of overhauled gas turbine engines.
• Investigate engine performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production, quality assurance, maintenance, and customer representatives.
• Ensure compliance with OEM, regulatory, and internal procedures.
• Support instrumentation calibration and test cell system maintenance.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation Engineering or relevant technical experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting test cells (test aerospace environment strongly preferred)
• Strong hands-on experience with instrumentation, controls, and power distribution
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks) for electrical and mechanical drawings
• Understanding of P&IDs, control logic, and ladder logic programming
• Proven ability to work independently
• Comfortable operating in a production operational environment with live test activities
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

Equal Opportunity Statement:

FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.

Language Requirements in Quebec:

Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed.