Job Description :
Senior Aircraft Loads Engineer -Technical expert
Montrel, Quebec
Position type FTE

Key skills:
  • Aircraft Loads
  • 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry
  • Technical approver and reviewer
  • Support DR&O development (design requirements and objectives)

Job Description:

  • Lead and coordinate the execution of activities within the Loads group
  • Define the scope of work and validate the level of effort
  • Ensure work quality (First Time Right) by providing timely and continuous guidance to Loads group personnel
  • Act as a peer reviewer and technical approver
  • Ensure a common approach across various programs
  • Take ownership of problem resolution within the Knowledge Domain for all product lines
  • Lead and coordinate the aircraft-level investigation and problem-solving process using the Problem-Solving Sheet (PSS) methodology and close the loop by documenting lessons learned
  • Maintain a strong relationship with the leadership team to advise and provide constructive feedback
  • Lead and coordinate Loads group activities related to the Knowledge Domain, strategic technology development, and innovation
  • Define a vision, strategy, and development plan for the Loads group Knowledge Domain
  • Plan, update, and expand the Loads group section in Bombardier's Engineering System (BES)
  • Develop and document Loads group activities in Bombardier manuals and ensure compliance with BES processes and best practices
  • Propose the implementation of technical innovations based on industry trends through advanced design and strategic technology
  • Lead and influence strategic technology initiatives related to loads and stay informed about new technologies to reduce loads
  • Provide advice and recommendations on emerging techniques to improve aircraft efficiency, process efficiency, reduce loads analysis cycle time, while maintaining quality standards
  • Lead and coordinate talent development within the Loads group
  • Identify and develop engineers and DADs in the loads domain
  • Identify skill gaps and plan/manage their closure
  • Focus on training new employees
  • Lead and coordinate discussions with Bombardier Defense and external suppliers
  • Influence continuous improvement of the loads assessment process
  • Act as the official spokesperson for the Loads group in discussions with Bombardier Defense and external customers
  • Lead efforts for development, validation, and verification of Loads group requirements
  • Support DR&O development
  • Define the company approach for new regulatory elements
  • Recommend new, more cost-effective engineering solutions
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities for programs in collaboration with the procurement group

Qualifications

  • You hold a bachelor's degree in aeronautics or mechanical engineering. Higher education is an asset
  • You have over 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry
  • You have more than 10 years of experience leading a team of engineers working on loads assessments, from planning and execution to risk management and project delivery
  • You possess strong organizational skills for planning work activities and tracking task execution within budget and schedule constraints
  • You demonstrate sound judgment to optimize work scope and define the appropriate quality level
  • You have a good understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements.
  • A strong working relationship with Canadian, European, and U.S. certification authorities is an asset
  • You have solid experience in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis
  • You possess strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, communication skills (both written and verbal), and the ability to work under pressure
  • You have excellent interpersonal skills
  • You are recognized as an expert in the loads domain
             

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