Senior Methods (Manufacturing) Engineering Technologist

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. (‘DHC’) is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

Position Summary

Be accountable for developing and revising the Manufacturing planning documentation to ensure that they properly define how the aircraft assembly, sub-assemblies, and parts are manufactured in accordance with the type design. Research and propose engineering changes. Support Production, Quality, Procurement, and other internal groups about solving relevant technical problems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead root cause investigation of manufacturing problems and liaise with other functions to analyze potential solutions by evaluating cost, impacts and risks of a change in production
• Create Assembly Manuals to define assembly requirements and special instructions for structural, system and electrical installations and assemblies on the aircraft.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives including internal/external audits
• Engage in company initiatives/projects to increase production rate and reduce costs
• Assist training of Production, QC and Methods Engineering and co-op personnel
• Assist in developing and rolling out technical skills training for manufacturing and assembly personnel to support the QMS.
• Create and revise supplemental planning documentation to fully define the build sequence of the aircraft assembly and sub-assemblies.
• Assist Area Managers in developing plans to increase efficiency including acquisition and implementation of new equipment
• Record and submit Engineering change requests for changes to build, design and tools required to improve efficiency and quality of builds including Make vs Buy decisions.
• Create and revise Engineering Masters (EM) and Work Instructions (WI) to define parts, processes, sequence and special instruction required to purchase or build a part/assembly.
• Define the tools required for manufacturing or assembly of aircraft components.

Education:

• Combination of education and experience in aerospace and/or manufacturing will be considered
• Degree or diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology; or equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience (e.g. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Assembler, etc.).

Experience:

• 8+ years of progressive hands-on experience in a large component manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry
• Knowledge of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and cost estimating.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and process design issues.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft engineering drawings.
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing Engineering, planning or Methods role.
• Knowledge of the fabrication and assembly of aircraft parts

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Innovative thinking and have a good decision-making process
• Ability to manage and act on multiple projects and priorities at one time.
• Familiar with computer aided design software such as CATIA, Envoia, etc.
• Familiar with one or more Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) softwares
• Strong customer focus and good interpersonal skills;

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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