Section Chief, Engineering

Eng Standards and BES Section Chief

BOMBARDIER

Bombardier is a global leader, creating innovative and game-changing planes. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy, efficiency, reliability, and safety. We are a global organization focused on working together with a team spirit.

In your role, you will:

• Be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing engineering team with dual mandates: 1) establishing and managing standardized components for optimal product development, and 2) ensuring the effective management and dissemination of engineering knowledge and processes within the Bombardier Engineering System (BES). The role combines technical expertise with leadership to drive efficiency, quality, and innovation within the organization.
• Standards and Components Management
  • Oversee the development, qualification, and integration of standardized components (structural, systems, EWIS, hydraulic, etc.) into the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
  • Establish and enforces rigorous component management processes to prevent proliferation and ensure adherence to industry standards.
  • Lead the team in identifying opportunities for component standardization across different aircraft programs to optimize resource utilization and reduce costs.
  • Collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to ensure seamless integration of standardized components into product development cycles.
• Bombardier Engineering System (BES) Management
  • Provide strategic leadership for the management of engineering processes, content, and knowledge within the BES.
  • Ensure the alignment of BES with Bombardier's product development methodologies and industry best practices.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of engineering documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.
  • Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration within the engineering organization through effective utilization of the BES.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the BES.
• PLM and ERP Integration
  • Oversee the integration of standards and component data into the PLM and ERP system.
  • Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility within the PLM and ERP environment.
  • Develop and implement processes for efficient data management and retrieval.

Qualifications

As our ideal candidate,

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• You have at least 15 years of proven experience in aerospace engineering with a strong understanding of product integration, standard components and utilization.
• You have demonstrated leadership and people management skills.
• You have an excellent knowledge of PLM and ERP systems and data management practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• You are bilingual and possess good communication and presentation skills in both French and English (written and spoken).

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected Characteristics to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Please continue to monitor our website and apply for additional positions for which you are qualified and may be of interest to you.

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