Development Engineer / Development Engineering Specialist

Job summary

Provide engineering support and guidance for the implementation of new products and processes while managing technical project activities. Ensure configuration control, execute qualification activities, and conduct research into new materials and equipment to support business strategy.

Job details

Company Information Stelia Aerospace North America Inc., an affiliate of the Airbus Group of Companies, is an aerospace and defence company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of composite components and assemblies. Headquartered in Lunenburg, NS, and with a site in Mirabel, QC, we operate more than 150,000 sq feet of facilities dedicated to operations, manufacturing and administration. Our people are our greatest asset. We welcome qualified candidates who are passionate, positive, team oriented, improvement focused, and willing to grow and develop their career. If you join us, you will find an environment that is rewarding, and a culture that is inclusive and welcoming. Primary Purpose: To provide Engineering support, direction and guidance in the setup and implementation of new product(s)/process(es) and revisions or modifications to existing product(s)/process(es). Accountabilities: * Manage and execute technical and project management activities to implement new product or changes to existing product * Establish Configuration Control of assigned product(s)/process(es) * Defining Development Plans * Execute Qualification activities * Work with Design Group to develop designs required to support implementation (part, tooling and shop aids) * Perform Continuous Learning activities to expand knowledge of existing and new products/processes/equipment in line with the business strategy * Review Engineering specifications, publications, manufacture methods, to expand existing knowledge * Perform Research into new process techniques, equipment, materials, software, etc. that provides value to the business Qualifications: * Degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Post-Secondary Institution * Completion of or ability to attain a Professional Engineering Designation * 7 years’ experience (minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment) * Aerostructures and composite Manufacturing processes experience an asset * Composite Layup, Winding and Fiber Placement * Composite Trimming and Machining * Bonding, Sealing, Hardware installation (Composite and Metal Structures) * Finish application (Composite and Metallic Structures) * Inspection techniques (Metrology, Non Destructive Inspection, etc.) * Excellent Communication skills, both written and oral * Focus on Technical writing * Project Management skills * Scheduling/planning, budget and resource management, work breakdown and estimation, progress reporting, lessons learned. * Experience using CAD/CAM software * CATIA V5 preferred * CATIA Composite Workbench, FiberSIM an asset. * Knowledge/Training with various production philosophies (LEAN, JIT, 5S, etc) * Experienced using MS suite of products. Level of Authority: * Give engineering direction. * Approval of Production Documents and Standard Operating Procedures. * Material Review Board disposition. Direct Reports: * N/A

What you’ll do

Provide engineering support and guidance for the implementation of new products and processes while managing technical project activities. Ensure configuration control, execute qualification activities, and conduct research into new materials and equipment to support business strategy.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering and at least 7 years of experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment. Candidates must possess strong project management skills and proficiency in CAD/CAM software, with a professional engineering designation preferred.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Lean · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aerospace Engineering
• Composite Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Technical Writing
• CAD/CAM
• CATIA V5
• FiberSIM
• Composite Layup
• Metrology
• Non Destructive Inspection
• Lean
• JIT
• 5S
• Budget Management
• Resource Management
• Configuration Control
• Engineering Plans And Specifications
• Continuous Development
• FiberSim (CAE Software)
• Planning
• Computer-Aided Design
• Research
• Aerostructure
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing
• Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA)
• Configuration Management
• Communication
• Composite Materials
• Engineering Support
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Just In Time Methodology
• Lean Manufacturing
• Machining
• New Product Development
• Operations
• Business Strategies
• Tooling
• Work Breakdown Structure
• Progress Reporting
• Team Oriented
• Scheduling

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Development Engineer
• Training and Development Specialist
• Training and Staff Development Professionals
• Training and Development Specialists

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