Design Engineer – Nacelles
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
M1 Composites is a recognized leader in the aerospace industry. We specialize in engineering, manufacturing, and repair of composite and sheet metal structures. Our clients include major airlines, military organizations, and OEMs — and our work directly contributes to aircraft safety and performance.
At M1, the mission comes first: quality, safety, and rapid turnaround time are at the heart of everything we do.
About The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Design Engineer – Nacelle will support general aerospace design and repair engineering activities, with increasing responsibility on nacelle-related structures.
Key Responsibilities
General Design Engineering
Produce and update engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation Apply established engineering principles to support structural design, repairs, and minor modifications Support design reviews Ensure engineering data is accurate, complete, and compliant
Nacelle Design Focus
Support engineering activities related to nacelle components (fan cowls, inlets, thrust reversers, fairings, acoustic panels, etc.) Apply existing knowledge of nacelle structures and continue developing nacelle-specific expertise Support repair development and design updates
Analysis & Technical Support
Perform basic structural assessments and engineering calculations Assist with the preparation of substantiation and technical justification documentation Support investigations related to non-conformances and in-service findings
MRO, Shop Floor Support, Quality & Compliance
Work closely with Production and Quality to ensure designs are practical and executable Provide engineering support to the shop floor and participate in problem resolution Understand and incorporate MRO constraints such as access, tooling, and turnaround time Follow established engineering, quality, and design assurance processes Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements Support audit preparation and technical reviews as required
Development & Continuous Improvement
Actively develop technical skills in aerospace design and nacelle structures Contribute to standard repair development and engineering best practices Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Your Ideal Background
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience in aerospace, manufacturing, and MRO Exposure to aircraft structures and/or nacelle systems strongly preferred Practical experience with CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6 preferred; NX or SolidWorks acceptable) Working knowledge of aerospace materials and basic structural concepts Familiarity with engineering documentation and configuration control Solid engineering fundamentals with practical mindset Ability to work with limited supervision on defined tasks Strong attention to detail and documentation quality Collaborative and open to feedback Interest in developing technical specialization Bilingual (French and English*). The position requires a very good knowledge of English, both oral and written. The position involves reading and understanding technical documents in English on a daily basis, especially from international companies, as well as regular communication with customers, suppliers and other international stakeholders.
Why You’ll Love Working at M1
At M1 Composites, we know our success depends on our people.
When You Join Our Team, You Can Expect
Competitive salary based on experience and performance Comprehensive group benefits package for you and your family — including medical, dental, life, disability, travel insurance, and more Simplified Pension Plan with employer contributions Clean, modern, and well-equipped facility Real opportunities to grow within a future-focused company Supportive team culture built on respect, collaboration, and initiative Extra perks like free underground parking, social events, and a generous referral program
Support for Newcomers
We’re proud to hire internationally and provide strong support for newcomers and their families.
If you’re passionate about aerospace and ready to grow — we’re ready to invest in you.
Ready to take off?
Apply now and join a team that keeps aircrafts flying safely around the world!
Not the right fit? Search for Design Engineer jobs in Laval, Quebec, Canada
About M1 Composites Technology Inc.
M1 is a TCCA (AMO23-12 and DAO 14-Q-01), with FAA, and EASA approved 145 repair station and design approval organization (DER Repairs) specializing in advanced composites and sheet metal structures. M1 finds solutions rapidly to ensure legacy and new weapon systems are mission ready. This is accomplished by providing specialty products and services to the commercial and defense aerospace sectors including new & reverse engineering, certification (STCs & PMA parts), manufacturing, repair, welding, and NDT/NDI. We are a leader in repair and overhaul of nacelles, flight control surfaces, radomes, LG doors, interiors, fairings, cargo nets, and much more. In addition, we are an Airbus and Boeing (Gold) approved supplier that is ISO9001/AS9100/AS9110 certified, military clearances.
Technologie M1 Composites est une entreprise de calibre mondial, opérant dans des installations à la fine pointe de la technologie, situées stratégiquement dans la grappe aérospatiale de Montréal. M1 Composites est accrédité par le Programme de marchandises contrôlées (CCGP) canadien, approuvé comme organisme de maintenance agréé (AMO 23-12) par Transports Canada de même qu'organisme d'approbation de conception (DAO 14-Q-01), certifié ISO9001 & AS9100, spécialisé dans les structures et matériaux composites avancés. M1 Composites offre un éventail de services complets spécialisés pour l'industrie aérospatiale commerciale et militaire incluant: réparation de composants, ingénierie, fabrication, essai non destructif (NDT): Eddy Current, inspection thermographique, inspection Pulse thermographique, inspection de l’élasticité Laminate Checker (Elch), inspection ultrasonique, réparation de cargo nets et de parachutes. Notre succès découle de la confiance de nos clients, gagnée par le biais d’une qualité exceptionnelle, service et délai d'exécution rapide à prix compétitifs.
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Design Engineer – Nacelles
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
M1 Composites is a recognized leader in the aerospace industry. We specialize in engineering, manufacturing, and repair of composite and sheet metal structures. Our clients include major airlines, military organizations, and OEMs — and our work directly contributes to aircraft safety and performance.
At M1, the mission comes first: quality, safety, and rapid turnaround time are at the heart of everything we do.
About The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Design Engineer – Nacelle will support general aerospace design and repair engineering activities, with increasing responsibility on nacelle-related structures.
Key Responsibilities
General Design Engineering
Produce and update engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation Apply established engineering principles to support structural design, repairs, and minor modifications Support design reviews Ensure engineering data is accurate, complete, and compliant
Nacelle Design Focus
Support engineering activities related to nacelle components (fan cowls, inlets, thrust reversers, fairings, acoustic panels, etc.) Apply existing knowledge of nacelle structures and continue developing nacelle-specific expertise Support repair development and design updates
Analysis & Technical Support
Perform basic structural assessments and engineering calculations Assist with the preparation of substantiation and technical justification documentation Support investigations related to non-conformances and in-service findings
MRO, Shop Floor Support, Quality & Compliance
Work closely with Production and Quality to ensure designs are practical and executable Provide engineering support to the shop floor and participate in problem resolution Understand and incorporate MRO constraints such as access, tooling, and turnaround time Follow established engineering, quality, and design assurance processes Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements Support audit preparation and technical reviews as required
Development & Continuous Improvement
Actively develop technical skills in aerospace design and nacelle structures Contribute to standard repair development and engineering best practices Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Your Ideal Background
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience in aerospace, manufacturing, and MRO Exposure to aircraft structures and/or nacelle systems strongly preferred Practical experience with CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6 preferred; NX or SolidWorks acceptable) Working knowledge of aerospace materials and basic structural concepts Familiarity with engineering documentation and configuration control Solid engineering fundamentals with practical mindset Ability to work with limited supervision on defined tasks Strong attention to detail and documentation quality Collaborative and open to feedback Interest in developing technical specialization Bilingual (French and English*). The position requires a very good knowledge of English, both oral and written. The position involves reading and understanding technical documents in English on a daily basis, especially from international companies, as well as regular communication with customers, suppliers and other international stakeholders.
Why You’ll Love Working at M1
At M1 Composites, we know our success depends on our people.
When You Join Our Team, You Can Expect
Competitive salary based on experience and performance Comprehensive group benefits package for you and your family — including medical, dental, life, disability, travel insurance, and more Simplified Pension Plan with employer contributions Clean, modern, and well-equipped facility Real opportunities to grow within a future-focused company Supportive team culture built on respect, collaboration, and initiative Extra perks like free underground parking, social events, and a generous referral program
Support for Newcomers
We’re proud to hire internationally and provide strong support for newcomers and their families.
If you’re passionate about aerospace and ready to grow — we’re ready to invest in you.
Ready to take off?
Apply now and join a team that keeps aircrafts flying safely around the world!
Not the right fit? Search for Design Engineer jobs in Laval, Quebec, Canada
About M1 Composites Technology Inc.
M1 is a TCCA (AMO23-12 and DAO 14-Q-01), with FAA, and EASA approved 145 repair station and design approval organization (DER Repairs) specializing in advanced composites and sheet metal structures. M1 finds solutions rapidly to ensure legacy and new weapon systems are mission ready. This is accomplished by providing specialty products and services to the commercial and defense aerospace sectors including new & reverse engineering, certification (STCs & PMA parts), manufacturing, repair, welding, and NDT/NDI. We are a leader in repair and overhaul of nacelles, flight control surfaces, radomes, LG doors, interiors, fairings, cargo nets, and much more. In addition, we are an Airbus and Boeing (Gold) approved supplier that is ISO9001/AS9100/AS9110 certified, military clearances.
Technologie M1 Composites est une entreprise de calibre mondial, opérant dans des installations à la fine pointe de la technologie, situées stratégiquement dans la grappe aérospatiale de Montréal. M1 Composites est accrédité par le Programme de marchandises contrôlées (CCGP) canadien, approuvé comme organisme de maintenance agréé (AMO 23-12) par Transports Canada de même qu'organisme d'approbation de conception (DAO 14-Q-01), certifié ISO9001 & AS9100, spécialisé dans les structures et matériaux composites avancés. M1 Composites offre un éventail de services complets spécialisés pour l'industrie aérospatiale commerciale et militaire incluant: réparation de composants, ingénierie, fabrication, essai non destructif (NDT): Eddy Current, inspection thermographique, inspection Pulse thermographique, inspection de l’élasticité Laminate Checker (Elch), inspection ultrasonique, réparation de cargo nets et de parachutes. Notre succès découle de la confiance de nos clients, gagnée par le biais d’une qualité exceptionnelle, service et délai d'exécution rapide à prix compétitifs.