Job Title: Advanced Industrialisation Lead

About & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world's largest fleet of airplanes and helicopters in the business, general and regional aviation segments.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technologies, pushing boundaries to make our engines more efficient and reliable. Our engines support mission-critical operations, from passenger and freight transport to emergency medical services, humanitarian operations and firefighting, all around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for 2026 by Forbes, for the 11th consecutive year. The company also ranked first among employers in Canada's aerospace and defense industry. In addition, our headquarters consistently ranks among the best employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada and globally.

Why Join Our Team?

We are looking for an experienced Advanced Industrialisation Lead with strong technical expertise, a proactive approach and a great ability to work cross-functionally. This person will be responsible for defining supply chain and manufacturing strategies, and leading the implementation of new sustainable components (parts and modules), assembly and engine test (A&T) activities, while supporting preparation activities related to Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL).

You will play a key role in achieving the industrial maturity of future programs by ensuring that Pratt & Whitney Canada's supply base, partners, manufacturing sites, and assembly and test (A&T) facilities are competitive, high-performing, digitized and aligned with program schedules and technical requirements.

This position requires a strategic approach focused on risk management, as well as a strong capacity for innovation and adaptation to evolve within global supply chains and multiple production sites, in a highly regulated, performance-driven environment.

This position is located at our Longueuil facility from Monday to Friday, according to flexible schedules and exclusively on-site.

What Will Your Daily Routine Look Like?

Supply Chain and Manufacturing Strategy

• Drive supply chain and manufacturing activities for components, modules, assembly systems, testing and tooling for new engine programs.

• Define "make, buy or partner" strategies for new components based on technical, operational and industrial requirements.

• Identify, evaluate and develop suppliers, partners and advanced manufacturing technologies (precision casting, superalloy machining, coatings, additive manufacturing, etc.).

• Establish dual- or multi-sourcing strategies and develop risk mitigation plans in collaboration with industrialisation teams.

Negotiation and Strategic Partnerships

• Lead negotiations of long-term agreements prior to production awards.

• Negotiate prices, non-recurring costs, development schedules, repair and overhaul agreements, tooling and contractual terms.

• Collaborate with Partnership teams to develop risk-sharing models related to industrial development projects.

Industrial Optimisation and Production Readiness

• Involve suppliers, partners and sites early in the development phases to optimize product design, manufacturability, assembly and costs (DfC, DFM, DFA).

• Define and monitor standard manufacturing costs (FSC) in collaboration with engineering and cost control, while identifying alternative solutions to improve margins.

• Ensure tracking of industrialisation milestones (FAI, PPAP and other industrial validations).

• Ensure that suppliers, partners and sites have MRL maturation plans and sufficient capacity to support development phases and ramp-up.

• Identify investment needs (CapEx) in tooling, special processes, test infrastructure and new technologies, and contribute to business case development.

• Support technology readiness (TRL) and manufacturing readiness (MRL) assessments.

Program Governance and Operational Readiness

• Collaborate with the Advanced Industrialisation Director, OPE leads, industrial engineers and program teams to plan and execute deliverables related to RLPM milestones and production readiness.

• Ensure alignment of production plans and operational preparation activities with program schedules.

Project Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, assembly and testing, aftermarket support and program management teams within Integrated Product Teams (IPT).

• Act as the primary point of contact between advanced industrialisation, suppliers, partners and internal sites.

• Coordinate program requirements, schedules and expectations with all stakeholders to ensure the development and industrialisation of new components and engines.

This position involves frequent travel and working variable hours to support suppliers, partners and manufacturing, assembly and test sites.

What Do You Need to Succeed?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering or supply chain management.

• Over 10 years of experience in supply chain management, aero-engine component manufacturing, industrialisation or comparable high-tech industries.

• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes (foundry, machining, coatings, additive manufacturing), aerospace materials and processes (Inconel, titanium alloys, ceramic coatings, composites, propulsion components, advanced manufacturing methods) or manufacturing and assembly processes in regulated industries.

• Experience in cross-functional collaboration, risk assessment, problem-solving and project management (technical planning, cost control and risk mitigation).

• Ability to influence complex projects involving multiple sites, suppliers and partners, and to act as a driver of change and transformation.

• Fluency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or equivalent), procurement tools and supplier, partner and site performance tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within civil or military aero-engine programs.

• Demonstrated experience in managing and influencing complex projects involving multiple sites, suppliers and partners.

• Knowledge of TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) assessment frameworks, industrial maturity models and risk assessment approaches.

• Knowledge of automation, robotics and Industry 4.0 concepts.

• Familiarity with digital tools such as CAD/CAM software (CATIA), PLM systems (Teamcenter or equivalent), digital manufacturing platforms and data analysis tools.

• Ability to work effectively within international networks comprising multiple sites, suppliers and partners.

• Six Sigma, Lean or PMP certifications are an asset.

This position takes place in a French-speaking work environment; however, it requires a basic knowledge of English to understand certain specialized work instructions, drawings and technical terms that may originate from international organizations.

What We Offer

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer contribution

• Collective insurance program

• Advancement opportunities (career progression)

• Merit program or recognition program

• Health and wellness program, including telemedicine

• Recreational and sports club

• Nearby daycares

• Transit accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of lightening the text. We will review job applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness and rigor to design, manufacture and maintain the world's most advanced and reliable aircraft engines. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities and protect freedoms.