Head of Aircraft Design & Development Job at Bombardier (Dorval)

Head of Aircraft Design & Development - Challenger

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraf...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

University bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering
Minimum of 15 years’ experience in Aircraft Design and Integration, including demonstrated experience across multiple disciplines
Demonstrated experience in leading IPDTs on one or more aircraft development programs
Experience of communicating with executive level and external stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Report into the Vice-president Engineering – Aircraft Design and Development
Provide technical leadership to support primary company goals including program oversight, production ramp-up, cost improvement initiatives and in-service fleet performance improvements
Oversee integration and coordination with multiple departments, functions and suppliers
Act as the engineering leader with key business Leadership teams on the program
Have Overall responsibility for Aircraft Platform and coordination with the respective IPDT’s
Interface with Program Management Office for the Type Design IPDT activities
Set the priorities for the associated IPDTs to ensure execution of the technical aspects of safety and configuration
Type Design Responsibility and act as the Applicant with Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) and represent engineering at the aircraft platform Continuing Airworthiness Review Board (CARB) activities
Manage Cross Functional Engineering and Supplier Teams, supported by the Engineering Functional Organization and their respective fully deployed engineering teams, and the Office of the Fellows, in the execution of respective aircraft platform updates and derivatives, including in-service and production support
Coordinate with the Office of the Fellows for technical guidance and validation to resolve

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Head of Engineering

As a direct report to the CEO, you will play a critical role in building a resil...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

C12 Quantum Electronics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree and/or Ph.D. in physics, engineering or a related technical field
10+ years of engineering leadership experience in high-tech industries such as semiconductors, advanced instrumentation, or quantum technologies
Proven experience in systems engineering of highly complex, large-scale technologies (e.g.quantum computers, spacecraft, aircraft, or multidisciplinary hardware systems)
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), experience with an MBSE software platform and knowledge of system modelling, simulations, and analysis tools
Knowledge of quantum devices, cryogenic systems and RF/microwave systems or precision measurement tools (experience in at least one is required)
Thorough understanding of semiconductor design, integration & process modules including e-beam lithography, dry etch, wet etch, chemical vapour deposition (CVD), sputtering, and atomic layer deposition (ALD)
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Fluency in English is mandatory, fluency in French is preferred

Job Responsibility

Systems engineering: Guiding “the system” through its entire lifecycle - from initial conceptualisation and design through detailed development and rigorous validation
Collaborate with product, design & R&D teams to define, refine, and document system requirements that align with technical and business goals
Maintaining a system-level perspective, integrating cross-functional & external inputs and identifying technological barriers to industrialisation
Acting as a communication hub for technical decision-making and documentation, ensuring that the R&D knowledge is captured, understood, and applied throughout development
Defining and documenting validation test plans of components/sub-systems/systems to verify that each of them meets its specifications and performance targets
Collaborating with partnerships and supply teams to support informed make-or-buy decisions
Manufacturing & advance testing facilities: Designing, developing, and deploying a new quantum production line optimised for carbon nanotube-based quantum chips, building on processes developed by the R&D teams
to establish a stable, scalable process that enables high-throughput production.
Overseeing the conception, construction, and commissioning of advanced measurement and testing facilities
Collaborating with research and product teams to translate prototypes into scalable and manufacturable designs

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Payloads — EASA Modifications

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re c...

Location

United Kingdom; Ireland , Frimley; Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Boeing

Expiration Date

March 31, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor´s degree in aeronautical or engineering field or higher
Proven track record in aircraft modification engineering
Good working knowledge of EASA Part 21 and the requirements for large aircraft
Prior experience in managing engineering teams

Job Responsibility

Lead and own the day-to-day delivery of departmental engineering activities: project planning, resource allocation, budgeting and schedule adherence
Provide technical leadership for development of engineering data required for STCs, minor changes and repairs under EASA Part 21 Subpart J
Coordinate closely with Sales, Marketing and Customers to communicate capabilities, manage expectations and align technical solutions with commercial objectives
Ensure timely preparation and submission of documents and data for Agency approval
Define and provide guidance on engineering deliverables: drawings, bulletins, supplements and supporting technical documentation
Collaborate with the Head of Design Organisation and Head of Office of Airworthiness to maintain and improve DOA procedures, ensuring continued regulatory compliance and meeting business quality/performance metrics
Coach, mentor and review performance of engineering teams and first-line managers
build capability and succession within the team
Provide regular status and performance feedback to the Head of Engineering — EASA Modifications
Drive continuous improvement in working practices, certification techniques and engineering processes in alignment with business strategy

What we offer

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
Continuous learning
Success as defined by you
Diverse and inclusive culture
Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
25 days plus UK public holidays
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

Fulltime

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Repair Solutions Certification Engineer

Airworthiness and Certification Department at Airbus India is looking for an exp...

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

Airbus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduate/Post Graduate Engineer in Aerospace or related discipline
Fluent in English and ability to communicate / negotiate at all levels
Engineer with proven experience, in structures, preferably on Airbus products, with an integrated view of the aircraft Design and its operation and maintenance
Technically competent with the Design principles used in the compliance data
Substantial experience either as a Stress and F&DT engineer in defining and certifying structures ideally to a technical signatory level
7 -12 years experience

Job Responsibility

Working among experienced CVEs/ DAEs, job holder will take responsibility of their technical development and undergo training provided to achieve their delegation on time
Provide Airworthiness approval of in-service repair solutions supported by the Repair and Design Approval Form (RDAF)
Review the repair dossier from the Customer Services, appraise the repair design, verify the compliance to applicable requirements as Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE), if relevant, and approve the Repair as Designated Airworthiness Engineer (DAE) or communicate specific refusal to the customer support
Verify the correctness of the repair design justification, check the possible unsafe conditions and report airworthiness issues to the Repair approval manager and the relevant Chief Airworthiness Engineer (CAE) to guarantee product safety and maintain our privilege
When required, manage the AMOC acceptance dossiers with the CAE and the Authorities
Maintain the Airbus brand image by communicating with Customer Services and answering timely to our customer
Act on request as airworthiness specialists in a multifunctional team to solve Aircraft on Ground situations (AOG)
Report issues in order to support the head of repair approval, for training or reporting or improvement on the repair approval
Ensure the Airworthiness of the repair design defined by Airbus, verifying for repair that events relative to airworthiness are reported by In-service occurrence, reporting airworthiness issue to a Chief Airworthiness Engineer

Fulltime

Senior Director, Manufacturing Engineering

The visionary and results-driven Senior Director of Manufacturing Engineering wi...

Location

United States , Mobile

Salary:

Not provided

Airbus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor/ Master Degrees Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ years in Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent Engineering environment
5+ years in senior leadership
Strong leadership skills with the ability to maximize resources and deliver goals
Has a structured way of working and the ability to deal with a volume of complex information
Have the ability to establish and maintain a good relationship with all internal customers
Have the ability to work in an international team
Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written - including the ability to discuss with Executive Levels in a major company
Must be able to present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives
20% Domestic and International Travel

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute a multi-year manufacturing engineering roadmap that aligns with corporate growth objectives and technological advancements (Industry 4.0)
Develop an Industrial Improvement Roadmap which adapts the Industrial setup to remain compliant, competitive and up to date based on the current Lean methodologies
Develop and deploy a Line Side support for Operations Teams which provides immediate support to resolve complex Manufacturing Engineering points
Lead the execution of A320 build Head of Versions and Variants from Design to Manufacturing and Assembly, ensuring new product introductions (HoV) transition seamlessly into the Manufacturing and Operational areas
Ensure at all times that the Manufacturing Dossiers (means and methods) are matching the Design Drawing sets and that there are no deltas (gaps) to the defined design solution for a given product or buid
Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Total Quality Management (TQM) principles to reduce waste, cycle times, and Cost of Non-Quality
Implement and Sustain a system of Quality Management standards which ensure that constant product improvements are realized through Advanced Product Quality Process (PFMEA, PPV, FAI)
Drive the implementation and maturity of the Airbus Operating System, emphasizing the standardization of line balancing and operating instructions
Oversee the deployment of the CAPEX budget for the Industrial System, prioritizing investments in Quality, manufacturing improvements, and efficiency
Manage the definition of the Industrial system and its associated roadmap for short/medium/long term improvements and adaptations based on the defined targets (Quality, Lead Time, Competitiveness)

What we offer

Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverances
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility
relocation assistance for qualified positions

Fulltime

New

Head of Brand Strategy & Identity

We're looking for a Head of Brand Strategy & Identity to shape how TUI shows up ...

Location

United Kingdom; Germany; Netherlands; Belgium; Sweden , Luton; Hanover; Rijswijk; Zaventem; Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

TUI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience developing and delivering successful multi-channel brand strategies and identity, ideally within global organisations or multi-brand environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong sense of design and copy sensibilities
Strategic and commercial thinker
Engaging communicator who can quickly gain rapport and credibility with a diverse set of international stakeholders
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Accountable for overall TUI brand strategy and the look and feel of our brand, ensuring consistent application across all customer touchpoints
Help develop our strategy, portfolio of products and brands to maximise brand equity
Deliver cohesive and compelling branding solutions across key interactions including advertising, websites, apps, retail, uniforms, aircraft, cruise ships, airports, hotels and in-resort experiences
Lead the Global Brand Forum and Brand Market & Asset Board
Craft and bring to life compelling brand stories for target customer segments
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, partners, and agencies, to ensure alignment and support for brand initiatives

What we offer

Attractive remuneration
Discretionary bonus schemes
Generous travel benefits
Extensive health & well-being support
Dynamic working environment
Access to TUI Learning Hub
Opportunities to work on global projects and teams
Involvement with local charity and sustainability initiatives

Fulltime

Tactical Operations and Air/Weapons Specialist, Journeyman

Synectic Solutions is currently recruiting for a Tactical Operations and Air/Wea...

Location

United States , Patuxent River, Lexington Park

Salary:

Not provided

Synectic Solutions Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS or BA degree in Business, Management, Technical, or Scientific discipline from an accredited college or university
At least eight (8) years of recent and relevant professional experience with aircraft tactical systems employment
Must be an O-3 or higher
Must be a graduate of a Navy Weapons School (e.g., TOPGUN), Test Pilot School (TPS), or Marine Aviation Weapons Training Squadron-1 (MAWTS-1)
Must be a Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) with at least one of the following: Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer (NFO) with at least 700 flight hours, Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO), Tactics Officer (TACCO), Head of a Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS), Weapons Systems Officer (WSO), or other related military occupational specialist
Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher
Must be a US Citizen

Job Responsibility

Applies Subject Matter Expertise from experience as an Officer military specialist to identify, define, and document technical data for weaponeering, NATOPS, and NTRP (NATIP) products for Naval tactical aircraft and associated weapons systems
Provides analysis of operational suitability of naval aviation platforms, weapons, sensors and systems
Develops, prepares, and manages material required for the operator to employ or maintain safely and effectively the aircraft and its weapon systems
Requires the ability to develop and present Naval Aviation Missions and Capabilities (NAMC) training seminar material to DoD personnel
Applies analytic expertise to support technical exchanges, briefings, and workshops in support of recommended tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Provides subject matter expertise for specific aircraft/weapon systems and subsystems to include operational procedures, installation and maintenance, failure analysis, and technical support related to aircraft avionics, airframe, weapons, navigation, fire control and other aircraft systems
Provides advanced technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments, detailed functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, training, troubleshooting, and implementation advice on specific areas that require expert level knowledge of the subject matter for effective implementation
The candidate also reviews technical problems
provides solutions for software, hardware and systems
and troubleshoots operating anomalies using data review methodologies and/or automated evaluation programs

Fulltime

Technical Information and Data - Configuration Control Analyst

An opportunity for a Technical Information and Data - Configuration Control Anal...

Location

Spain , Sevilla Area

Salary:

Not provided

Airbus

Expiration Date

April 12, 2026

Requirements

Customer oriented
Able to perform deliverables OTOCOQ
Able to communicate directly with the customer or the Program Office on technical data issues
High level in presentations, able to speak in public
High level in speaking and written English

Job Responsibility

A/C Configuration Control Management (HoV & In-service phase for all M&L aircrafts & Operators – C212, CN235 & C295)
Report TID A/C Configuration completeness at A/C
ToT (as per applicable IT).To set-up the configuration criteria (CDS, CONC, SBs, etc.) as inputs to be considered for the Technical Data production aligned with the A/C deliveries & in-service needs (as per regulations).Manage & development of the complete TID production follow-up process.Daily updating of TID Experts inbox (WO-Data Modules production)
Qualico Management (monthly reports iaw PSO-PMO requirements
i.e. DO validations for new Customers). OP inputs for TID PMO (OP management).Track the TID Networks deliverables (invoicing)
Ensure that all steps in TID Process are met on time and on quality, following the TID Industrial Planning. Round Tables (TCCB) management
Collect source data for common access to ensure consistency of aircraft part and system all over the aircraft
Identify and launch in time and according to maturity of source data the detailed analysis of impacts
Round Tables Management (criteria analysis / backlog) IAW production commitments
Manage and monitor the WPs creation and closure

What we offer

Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year
Attractive salary
Collective transport service in some sites
On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office
Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment

Fulltime

Head of Aircraft Design & Development

Bombardier

Location:
Canada , Dorval

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

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