FITC New Development Lead (f/m)

Job Information

• Date Opened 07/28/2026
• Job Type Contract
• Industry Engineering
• Work Experience 5+ years
• City Mirabel Southwest
• Zip/Postal Code J7N
• State/Province Quebec
• Country Canada

About Us

Gestal Amérique du Nord, est un partenaire de choix pour les entreprises des secteurs de l'aéronautique, de la construction navale et de l'énergie. Nous offrons une gamme complète de services, de la conception à la réalisation, en passant par la maintenance. Nos experts accompagnent nos clients dans l'optimisation de leurs processus de production, la mise en conformité avec les normes les plus rigoureuses et l'amélioration de leur performance globale.

Nos valeurs : La qualité est l'affaire de tous, et notre engagement en faveur de l'amélioration continue transforme les erreurs en opportunités d'excellence. Nous favorisons un environnement de travail respectueux et bienveillant où les employés s'épanouissent. Si vous êtes prêt(e) à relever des défis et à favoriser l'innovation, rejoignez-nous !

Job Description

Your challenges:

• Strategy & Scope: Define and own the testing strategy and align it with chief engineers, programs, and Centers of Competence (CoCs). Act as the accountable party for the technical scoping and planning of all ABIV activities.

• Project & Risk Management: Deliver on TCQP, identify technical or resource risks, implement mitigation plans, and anticipate Processes, Methods, Data, and Tools (PMDT) needs.

• Leadership & Governance: Functionally lead New Development IPTs, trigger necessary arbitrations, and maintain a consolidated Statement of Work (SoW) reflecting deliverables, milestones, and financial boundaries. Serve as the primary ABIV focal point for the other functions, including engineering COCs, Chief Engineering & Program.

• Resource Allocation: Map out and provide an integrated view of the necessary resources and competencies in collaboration with department heads.

Requirements

Your boarding pass:

Hard Skills & Experience:

• Engineering degree (or equivalent).

• Significant background managing major flight test campaigns specifically for CS 25 aircraft (Large Aeroplanes), covering also lab test and flight test means development

• Proven track record in advanced project management.

• Advanced English proficiency.

Soft Skills & Leadership:

• Matrix Leadership: Proven ability to influence, energize, and lead cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines.

• Stakeholder Management: Excellent at interfacing with other functions, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and accurately reporting project health.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical, synthesis, and creative abilities to drive autonomy and resolve bottlenecks.

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.