Assembly Methods Team Leader-EN

Job summary

Lead the Assembly Methods team in managing product configuration, manufacturing routings, and work instruction development. Coordinate team activities and collaborate with cross-functional departments to drive continuous improvement in assembly operations.

Job details

As a global leader in civil aviation and defense simulation and training, CAE develops some of the industry's most advanced flight simulators. As part of the evolution of our manufacturing operations and digital transformation journey, we are seeking an Assembly Methods Team Leader to lead our Assembly Methods activities. You will be responsible for a team supporting product configuration management, manufacturing routings, and work instruction development, while contributing to the continuous improvement of the tools, processes, and methodologies that support our assembly operations. Reporting to the Assembly Methods Manager, you will coordinate the team’s activities, resources, and priorities to support manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate team activities to achieve quality, cost, and schedule objectives. Oversee the creation and maintenance of manufacturing routings, assembly documentation, and work instructions. Ensure effective product configuration management and support engineering change implementation. Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Planning teams to support operations and project execution. Participate in production problem-solving activities and continuous improvement of assembly processes. Monitor work progress, manage risks, and resolve issues that may impact project delivery and operational performance. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of configuration management, manufacturing routings, and assembly processes. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Boards and Power BI (asset). Experience with PLM, ERP, or MES systems (asset). Bilingual ( French and English). Benefits Comprehensive Group Insurance Program. Telemedicine Services. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employee Share Purchase Plan. Group RRSP. Defined Benefit Pension Plan. Sabbatical Leave Program. Extended Parental Leave. About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success. Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed. Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead the Assembly Methods team in managing product configuration, manufacturing routings, and work instruction development. Coordinate team activities and collaborate with cross-functional departments to drive continuous improvement in assembly operations.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant management experience. Proficiency in configuration management and assembly processes is required, with knowledge of Azure DevOps and Power BI being an asset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Group Insurance Program • Telemedicine Services • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee Share Purchase Plan • Group RRSP • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Sabbatical Leave Program • Extended Parental Leave

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• ERP · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Configuration Management
• Manufacturing Routings
• Work Instruction Development
• Team Leadership
• Continuous Improvement
• Project Execution
• Problem Solving
• Azure DevOps Boards
• Power BI
• PLM
• ERP
• MES
• Bilingualism
• Assembly Processes
• Risk Management
• Resource Coordination

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Manufacturing