Engineering Intern - Tooling Design

Montréal, QC
On-site
Posted Sep 1, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The intern will assist in the design and improvement of tooling for gas turbine engine maintenance, including creating 3D models and technical drawings. They will also support the fabrication process, contribute to 3D printing projects, and collect engineering data to support engine overhaul activities.

Job details

Engineering Intern – Gas Turbine Engine Maintenance Tooling Designer Location: Montreal, Quebec ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI) FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland. JOB OVERVIEW We are looking for a motivated Tooling Engineering Student who can join our team and commit to an 8-month internship. If you are passionate about aviation, mechanical systems, and hands-on problem-solving, we’d love to meet you! Join FTAI Aviation’s Repair Team and make a direct impact in a collaborative, high-performance environment. The tooling department is responsible for creating tools and fixtures that support both production (gas turbine engine disassembly, inspection, reassembly and test), as well as piece-part repair (machining, grinding, thermal spray, coating, welding, brazing and many more). Many tools are both designed and manufactured internally in our fully equipped machine shop. Tools must be designed to meet the high precision required by aerospace applications. The tooling team is growing and is investing in new technologies such as additive manufacturing (i.e. 3D printing) and optical scanners to accelerate the design of tooling. As an intern, you will support our tooling and engineering teams in a variety of hands-on and design-related tasks, while gaining valuable industry experience. Responsibilities: * Assistingwith the development and improvement of tool designsalongside thetooling engineers * Creating andmodifying3D models using CAD(computer-aided design)software * Preparing technical drawings to support manufacturing and inspection * Post-processing and analyzing optical scansand inspection data * Supporting machinists and technicians in tool fabrication and repair * Contributing to 3D printing projects, including requirements gathering, CAD modeling, printing, and feedback integration * Organizing and collecting engineering data to support engine overhaul activities * Assistingin the development of tools that enhance engineering processes * Learning about jet engines, and the challenges related to their maintenance, repair, and testing * Developing analytical thinking and problem-solving skills through real-world projects Required skills, qualifications and experience: * Currently studying in a Bachelor of Engineering program at a recognized university in either Mechanical, Aerospace or Materials Engineering, or equivalent * Experience in mechanical design * Experience with CAD programs (especiallySolidworksandAutoCad, but also CATIA, Siemens NX, Creo and others). * Experience with drawings for manufacturing and an understanding of GD&T * Experience with 3D printing is an asset * Organized, self-motivated,strong analyticaland problem-solving skills, and the ability to work without direct supervision * Ability to troubleshoot problems and prepare technical reports * Strong interpersonal skills * Fluent in English and French Equal Opportunity Statement: FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services. Language Requirements in Quebec: Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary for aeronautical personnel to meet regulatory requirements, understand technical procedures and instructions, and document entries regarding work performed on the aeronautical product for customers outside Quebec.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering. Proficiency in CAD software and an understanding of manufacturing drawings and GD&T are required.