Section Chief - Project Management, Product Development

Do you have leadership experience in Engineering, have you worked in project management and in aerospace and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a Section Chief to join our Project Management, Product Development team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you transform complex technical challenges into operational success.

You will be part of the Project Management, Product Development team responsible for planning and controlling the Aircraft configuration changes.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as Section Chief will be to act as the bridge between Airbus’s strategic vision and technical execution, ensuring the optimization of our working methods.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
• Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy (based on operational needs), on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
• Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application.
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

• Inspire and Mobilize: Build a high-performing team by fostering an environment rooted in autonomy, accountability, and creativity.
• Coaching: Support the professional growth of your team members and ensure the seamless integration of new talent and partners.
• Configuration Management: Lead aircraft modification activities, from the initial design phase through to in-service support.
• Strategic Governance: Define and optimize processes, methods, and tools to ensure the fluid execution of engineering projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify efficiency opportunities to enhance the overall performance of the A220 program.
• Global Reach: Collaborate within the international Airbus network to integrate global best practices and standardize our ways of working.
• Decision Support: Provide critical analysis and strategic recommendations for the Head of Engineering and executive leadership.

Your boarding pass:

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent solid professional experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in technical project management (expertise in aerospace program development is a major asset) and team management.
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of the aircraft life cycle, configuration management, CAD, and certification requirements.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to navigate change, influence diverse stakeholders, and align a team with strategic priorities.
• Analytical Mindset: A talent for simplifying complex issues and communicating clear, actionable plans.
• Communication: Bilingualism (French and English) is essential, both spoken and written.

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.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

Cet emploi requiert d'être consciencieux aux risques potentiels de non-conformité et un engagement à agir avec intégrité, ceci étant la fondation du succès de la Compagnie, sa réputation et sa croissance durable.