Braking Systems Specialist

Do you have experience in Aircraft Braking Systems, have you worked in the aeronautical/aerospace field 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 Braking Systems Specialist to join our A220 Landing Gear department based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada), where you will work jointly with the teams within the Energy Center of Competence and also with the Landing Gear and Braking Systems teams based in Filton, UK.

You will be part of the A220 Landing Gear and Braking System team responsible for:

Product Evolution and Design Maturity: Lead design evolution projects for the A220 Braking System, ensuring optimal performance across the complete product lifecycle (from design to in-service support).

Problem Solving: Drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for technical issues and rigorously ensure the first time right technical solution of the system.

Supplier Technical Management: Serve as the primary technical liaison with Braking System Suppliers, providing technical direction and oversight.

Cross-Functional Support: Provide critical technical support and rapid investigation for system issues arising from the Final Assembly Line (FAL), Flight Testing, and In-Service operations.

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

Your role as Braking Systems Specialist will be to:

Lead Projects: Lead technical aspects of specific product development projects, collaborating seamlessly with multidisciplinary engineering teams across the A220 program.

Supplier Interface: Maintain direct, high-level technical interface with key Braking System Supplier.

Global Collaboration: Partner closely with other specialized teams, including our global Landing Systems counterparts in Filton, UK and Toulouse, France.

Technical Investigations: Lead and support in-service and FAL technical investigations, driving investigation to root cause and implementing robust and timely solutions.

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.

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Your challenges:

• Lead multidisciplinary technical and product development projects, ensuring delivery is on time, on cost, and on quality, per process;
• Deliver clear governance and effective stakeholders management;
• Conduct technical oversight and management by reviewing and approving Suppliers’ systems and equipment design (Design to Requirements, Design Verification/Qualification, and participation in the development of Supplier);
• Manage requirements evolution, flow down, validation, and verification;
• Ensure system integration considering complete product lifecycle;
• Manage interfaces with other aircraft systems;
• Proactively solve issues to maintain or improve product maturity;
• Develop and implement troubleshooting plans, lead technical investigations & RCA, and identify robust design solutions;
• Support ground/flight testing of the system (develop test procedures, support test preparation, and perform test data validation);
• Prepare, review, and approve all required engineering documentation;
• Interface with functions across our business (Experts, Specialists, Procurement, Program, Customer Services, Flight test, Chief Engineering Office, FAL) and develop strong professional relationships;
• Contribute to the technical knowledge within Braking Control Systems perimeter and provide mentoring for technical development.

Your boarding pass:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace or another relevant Engineering field from a recognized university (or equivalent);
• A minimum of 10 years of System Engineering experience;
• Proficiency in Braking Control Systems functional requirements, contribution to aircraft performance, design features/architecture, components, and technologies;
• Knowledge of aircraft ground handling performance and directional controllability principles is strongly preferred and its relation with optimal braking performance, directional stability, and passenger comfort;
• Experience in at least one complete development cycle of a Braking System and components from preliminary design to entry into service, demonstrating understanding of System engineering principles and product lifecycle;
• Technical knowledge of electro-mechanical actuation, wheels, tires, and brakes, including functional requirements, design features, and associated technologies;
• Familiar with Part 25 regulations for ATA32 and the Aircraft Certification process;
• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., ARP-4754, DO-160, DO-178);
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive search for innovative ideas to solve complex technical problems;
• Takes initiative, demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility, and acts independently and with integrity in a high-pressure partner/supplier environment;
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills to manage diverse stakeholders;
• Good organizational and planning skills to manage multiple priorities effectively;
• Prior experience working directly with Suppliers.

This role may involve occasional travels for business (worldwide).

Due to the sector of activity (aerospace), frequent contacts with Airbus entities worldwide, and interactions with suppliers and clients also located across the globe, proficiency in English is required for this position.

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.

Take your career to a new level and apply now!