Aerostructure Integrator

We are looking for a Structure Integration Professional to join our Competence Centre based in Mirabel (Quebec, Canada), where you will work with a cross-functional team including Chief Engineering, Programs, Methods, Production, Customer Service, Quality, etc.

You will be part of the Structure Integration Competence Centre, responsible for:

• Definition and Advanced Design of Structure Interfaces;
• Leading Engineering Development through technical innovation;
• Cross-functional Collaboration.

Your role as a Structure Integration Professional will be to contribute to engineering projects through deep technical expertise in aircraft structure design and systems integration, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality compliance in a complex, multidisciplinary, forward-looking product development environment.

Your challenges:

• Define and execute the design, development, qualification, and certification of new airframe structures and system installations for future A220 derivatives or major program enhancements;
• Contribute to engineering development projects, respecting defined time, budget, and quality standards;
• Lead technical definition and trade-off studies for structural solutions to achieve ambitious performance targets;
• Define and execute cutting-edge technical solutions to resolve development issues;
• Participate in design reviews with system suppliers and certification authorities to meet new aircraft design requirements and objectives;
• Liaise with other functions and disciplines of the commercial aircraft program to provide and gather data necessary to advance initial design, development, and certification efforts;
• Collaborate with other departments such as production, customer support, program office, purchasing, and product planning;
• Define, generate, and maintain high-quality structural analysis reports, interface control documents, and system installation CAD models.

Technical Foundation & Experience

• Education: Formal training (university or technological level) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant and progressive experience in aerospace design, with a specialization in complex airframe structures and systems integration within 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 Proficiency: Expert-level mastery of CATIA V5 and product lifecycle management tools (e.g., ENOVIA).
• Knowledge of composites is considered a major asset.

Leadership & Project Management

• Project Leadership: Autonomy and a solid understanding of project management principles and key drivers.
• 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, willingness to accept responsibilities, and the ability to act independently and collaborate effectively with partners and suppliers.

Communication & Mindset

• Mindset: Curious, highly energetic, and strongly oriented towards continuous improvement and process digitization.
• 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 company-wide collaboration.