Senior Aircraft Loads Engineer - Technical expert Montreal, Quebec Position type: FTE Key Skills Aircraft Loads 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry Technical approver and reviewer Support DR&O development (design requirements and objectives) Job Description Lead and coordinate the execution of activities within the Loads group Define scope of work and validate the level of effort Ensure work quality (First Time Right) by providing timely and continuous guidance to Loads group personnel Act as a peer reviewer and technical approver Ensure a common approach across various programs Take ownership of problem resolution within the Knowledge Domain for all product lines Lead and coordinate aircraft-level investigation and problem solving process using the Problem-Solving Sheet (PSS) methodology and close the loop by documenting lessons learned Maintain strong relationship with the leadership team to advise and provide constructive feedback Lead and coordinate loads group activities related to the Knowledge Domain, strategic technology development, and innovation Define vision, strategy, and development plan for the Loads group Knowledge Domain Plan, update, and expand the Loads group section in Bombardier’s Engineering System (BES) Develop and document loads group activities in Bombardier manuals and ensure compliance with BES processes and best practices Propose implementation of technical innovations based on industry trends through advanced design and strategic technology Lead and influence strategic technology initiatives related to loads and stay informed about new technologies to reduce loads Provide advice and recommendations on emerging techniques to improve aircraft efficiency, process efficiency, reduce loads analysis cycle time while maintaining quality standards Lead and coordinate talent development within the Loads group Identify and develop engineers and DADs in the loads domain Identify skill gaps and plan/manage their closure Focus on training new employees Lead and coordinate discussions with Bombardier Defense and external suppliers Influence continuous improvement of the loads assessment process Act as official spokesperson for the Loads group in discussions with Bombardier Defense and external customers Lead efforts for development, validation, and verification of Loads group requirements Support DR&O development Define company approach for new regulatory elements Recommend new, more cost‑effective engineering solutions Identify cost‑saving opportunities for programs in collaboration with procurement group Qualifications You hold a bachelor’s degree in aeronautics or mechanical engineering. Higher education is an asset You have over 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry You have more than 10 years of experience leading a team of engineers working on loads assessments, from planning and execution to risk management and project delivery You possess strong organizational skills for planning work activities and tracking task execution within budget and schedule constraints You demonstrate sound judgment to optimize work scope and define the appropriate quality level You have a good understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements A strong working relationship with Canadian, European, and U.S. certification authorities is an asset You have solid experience in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis You possess strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to work under pressure You have excellent interpersonal skills You are recognized as an expert in the loads domain #J-18808-Ljbffr