Methods Engineering Technologist

Job Description:

As a Methods Engineer Technologist, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining precise manufacturing documentation that defines the assembly processes for our aircraft, sub-assemblies, and parts in alignment with type design specifications. You will play a key role in researching and recommending engineering changes to enhance efficiency, quality, and compliance. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Procurement, and other internal teams to address technical challenges and optimize manufacturing workflows. Your expertise will directly support seamless operations and continuous improvement across the production environment. Duties & Responsibilities:Create and revise Product Structures/Routings and Work Instructions (WI) to define parts, processes, sequence and special instruction required to purchase or build a part/assemblyDefine the condition of supply of detail parts and assemblies, create and revise Condition of Supply Documents.Create Assembly Manuals to define assembly requirements and special instructions for structural, system and electrical installations and assemblies on the aircraftDefine the tools required for manufacturing or assembly of aircraft componentsCreate and revise supplemental planning documentation to fully define the build sequence of the aircraft assembly and sub-assembliesRecord and submit Engineering change requests for changes to build, design and tools required to improve efficiency and quality of builds including Make vs Buy decisionsInvestigate root cause of manufacturing problems and liaise with other functions to analyze potential solutions by evaluating cost, impacts and risks of a change in productionParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives including internal/external auditsAssist Planning in execution of Non-Conformance Management Tasks (i.e... Work order instructions)Assist Area Managers in developing plans to increase efficiency including acquisition and implementation of new equipmentAssist in developing and rolling out technical skills training for manufacturing and assembly personnel to support the QMSAssist training of Production, QC and Methods Engineering and co-op personnel Education & Experience:Degree or diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology5+ years of progressive hands-on experience in a large component manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industryPrevious experience in a Manufacturing Engineering, planning or Methods roleKnowledge of the fabrication and assembly of aircraft partsWorking knowledge of cost accounting and cost estimatingKnowledge of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing principles and techniquesAbility to apply sound engineering principles to operational and process design issuesAbility to read and interpret aircraft engineering drawings Skills:Advanced knowledge in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Familiar with computer aided design software such as CATIA, Envoia, etc.Familiar with one or more Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software systemsAbility to manage and act on multiple projects and priorities at one timeInnovative thinking and have a good decision-making processStrong customer focus and good interpersonal skills This position would be located at our Calgary, Alberta office.

Job Ident #: 1931

Company Details

De Havilland Canada

123 Garratt Blvd
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5 Canada
dehavilland.com

Throughout an impressive 75-year history of producing various models of aircraft in Canada and for the world, De Havilland has always proudly been known for its adaptability and dependability. Being responsible for creating some 3,500 aircraft—includ...

Supported Manufacturers:
De Havilland

Supported Models:
Dash 8-400

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Job Info

Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Type

Permanent

Company Details

De Havilland Canada

123 Garratt Blvd
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5 Canada
dehavilland.com