Aerospace Engineering Manager - Modifications & Certification

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Learjet Inc in Wichita is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead design, integration and certification of aircraft modification packages for in-service jets. You will drive technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, translating customer requirements into actionable engineering solutions.

The role emphasizes governance, schedule and cost discipline, proactive risk management, and strong stakeholder communication to align with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline, aerospace preferred.
• 15+ years in multidisciplinary aerospace projects.
• 5+ years in supervisory or people leadership.
• Knowledge of cabin interiors and systems.
• Experience with design tools and multidisciplinary design activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and integration of aircraft modification packages for in-service aircraft, from customer request through certification.
• Provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams to ensure delivery against technical, schedule, and cost commitments.
• Drive execution in dynamic and uncertain environments while maintaining engineering discipline, governance, and adaptability.
• Identify technical, schedule, and business risks and opportunities, and proactively implement mitigation, recovery, and improvement plans.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across working teams.
• Foster strong communication across all levels of the organization to ensure alignment with internal stakeholders, customers, and business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Aerospace specialization asset

15+ years aerospace multidisciplinary experience

5+ years supervisory experience

Knowledge of cabin interiors and systems

Tools

Design tools

Job description

Learjet Inc in Wichita is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead design, integration and certification of aircraft modification packages for in-service jets. You will drive technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, translating customer requirements into actionable engineering solutions.

The role emphasizes governance, schedule and cost discipline, proactive risk management, and strong stakeholder communication to align with business objectives.