Structural and Systems Design Engineer

Job offer: Structural and Systems Design Engineer

Location: Mirabel (QC)
Company: AAA Canada (mandate for a major aerospace player)
Schedule: Flexible
Expected start: July 2026
Type: Full-time, indefinite duration

Advantages and benefits

• Sick leave days to support your well-being.
• Comprehensive group insurance program.
• Career evolution and professional growth opportunities.
• Stimulating work environment, with major projects in aeronautics.
• Health, wellness, and development program.
• Competitive salary.
• Employee assistance program.
• Free parking.
• Day schedule only.

Main responsibilities

• Define and execute the design, development, qualification, and certification of the airframe structure and system installations for major program improvements;
• Contribute to major engineering development projects, adhering to defined time, budget, and quality standards;
• Lead technical definition and trade-off studies for structural and system solutions to achieve ambitious performance objectives;
• Define and execute cutting-edge technical solutions to resolve development issues;
• Participate in technical reviews with system suppliers and certification authorities to meet new aircraft design requirements and objectives;
• Liaise with other commercial aircraft program functions and disciplines to provide and gather necessary data for the advancement of initial design, development, and certification efforts;
• Collaborate with other departments such as production, customer support, program office, purchasing, and product planning.

Desired profile

• Education: Completed education (university or technologist level) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant and progressive experience in aerospace design, with a specialization in complex airframe structures and system integration in a development program environment.
• Fundamental Design Expertise:
  • In-depth knowledge of aircraft structures and their interfaces with integrated systems, covering:
    • Detailed design (sheet metal, machined parts, piping, component assembly);
    • Design principles;
    • Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Maintainability;
    • Mechanical drawing procedures and standards.
• Digital Competence:
  • Expert level proficiency in CATIA V5 and product lifecycle management tools (e.g., ENOVIA).
• Knowledge of composites is considered a major asset;
• Project Leadership:
  • Autonomy and solid understanding of project management principles and key factors.
• Stakeholder Integration:
  • Proven ability to effectively coordinate and integrate design activities with various internal and external stakeholders (suppliers, production, etc.).
• Autonomy and commitment:
  • A strong sense of commitment, a willingness to accept responsibilities, and the ability to act independently and collaborate effectively with partners and suppliers.
• Mindset:
  • Curious, highly energetic, and strongly oriented towards continuous improvement and process digitization.

Other skills:

• Communication:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for achieving desired results in a multidisciplinary and high-pressure work environment.
• Language:
  • Knowledge of French and English (written and spoken) is considered a major asset for collaboration within this company.

Want to contribute to the future of aeronautics?

At AAA Canada, we believe in human potential above all else. We look beyond CVs: what interests us is your background, your expertise, and your vision.

To apply, send your application to Jesula.Charriot@aaa-canada.ca

ABOUT AAA CANADA

AAA Canada is an on-site and off-site manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrial engineering, production, and maintenance processes in the Aeronautics, Ground Transport, and Defense sectors.

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