Structural and Systems Design Professional

Your challenges:

• Define and execute the design, development, qualification, and certification of airframe structures and system installations for major program improvements;
• Contribute to major engineering development projects, respecting 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 functions and disciplines of the commercial aircraft program to provide and gather data necessary 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.

Your profile:

• Education: Completed training (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 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 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 a solid understanding of project management principles and key factors.
• Stakeholder Integration: Proven ability to coordinate and effectively integrate design activities with various internal and external stakeholders (suppliers, production, etc.).
• Autonomy and commitment: A strong sense of commitment, the willingness to accept responsibilities, and the ability to act independently and collaborate effectively with partners and suppliers.
• Mindset: Curious, highly energetic, and strongly oriented toward continuous improvement and process digitalization.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for achieving desired results in a multidisciplinary, high-pressure work environment.
• Language: Knowledge of French and English (written and spoken) is considered a major asset for collaboration within Airbus Canada.