Top Aces is a privately owned, Montreal-based global leader in aerospace and defence founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fighter pilots. We provide advanced adversary (Red Air), air-defense and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training services to allied forces around the globe, including Canada, Germany and the USA.

Top Aces is changing the face of air combat training with our innovative technology, highly experienced team and an unparalleled safety record of more than 100 000 operational training hours flown in support of our customers worldwide. Our dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

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Method Engineer Essential Duties and Responsibilities: As a Method Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining engine maintenance and component repair processes to ensure efficient and high-quality execution. You will collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and continuous improvement teams to implement best practices and drive operational excellence.

• Analyze and define manufacturing methods and workflows for maintenance and repair capabilities (new and existing).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, process sheets, parts, and tooling requirements.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and supply chain teams to ensure effective methods are developed and implemented.
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
• Support the introduction of new technologies, equipment, and automation into production.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and root cause investigations for production issues.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and customer requirements.
• Participate in PFMEA, control plans, and risk assessments.
• Provide technical support to maintenance teams and train operators on new processes.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, aerospace engineering or related field; alternatively, a certified AME with equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or methods engineering role, preferably in aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, composites, or sheet metal.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule;
• Attractive benefit plan.

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.