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Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Senior PLM Architect

IT OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMirabel, QC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience.
  • At least 10 years of experience in Aerospace, Defense, or Automotive engineering, including at least 5 years focused on PLM strategy, digital transformation, or cross-functional PMTD capabilities.
  • Experience participating in large-scale implementation or business transformation projects, preferably involving engineering or PLM systems.
  • Proficiency in aircraft program development and engineering support activities, including configuration management, change management, Design Organization Approval, production requirement certification, and PLM expertise.
  • Strong project management skills, including setting priorities and aligning project members.
  • Experience working with teams composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Strong skills in IT project management and application development using Waterfall, Agile, or Scaled Agile approaches.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in English and French.
  • Hands-on experience with the Scaled Agile Framework, ideally as a Solution Train Engineer or Solution Architect.
  • Deep understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering and familiarity with major PLM platforms.
  • Ability to influence without authority, navigate cross-functional politics, communicate complex technical strategies to executive management, build relationships with internal stakeholders, and influence external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the definition and deployment of unified engineering processes and tools, supporting engineering competency centers and peripheral functions including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Customer Services.
  • Gradually replace disparate legacy systems with a coherent strategy through CM-PLM transformation to enable collaboration and development of current and new products.
  • Govern and plan the integration of agile methodologies into product development and Research and Technology processes, balancing early innovation and continuous improvement with aerospace program structure and certification requirements.
  • Ensure coordination of initiatives linked to PLM/ERP architecture and maintain data consistency and process cohesion from initial design and Research and Technology through design, manufacturing, and in-service support for new and existing aircraft.
  • Drive integration of PMTD strategies across the product lifecycle so upstream decisions enable downstream manufacturing and customer support.
  • Map and optimize value streams spanning multiple business functions within the Scaled Agile Framework.
  • Translate complex business needs, including avionics design and aerostructure sizing, into actionable PLM and PMTD requirements.
  • Lead integration for business capability domains and ensure coherence of tools and processes across systems engineering, physical design, lifecycle transitions, and fleet support.
  • Define and enforce the strategy for maintaining digital twin configuration across all lifecycle phases.
  • Embed design quality checks and validation standards into PMTD workflows.
  • Ensure process, tool, and data architectures support engineering workforce needs, minimizing friction and maximizing adoption.
  • Coach Product Owners, Workpacks Leaders, Business Owners, EPIC Owners, Process Owners, and engineering teams in bridging traditional aerospace engineering processes with Lean-Agile execution.
  • Design and drive initiatives to increase business and enterprise PLM architecture competencies across the organization.
  • Establish and lead Communities of Practice focused on Agile methodologies, PLM modernization, and transverse engineering capabilities.
  • Guide teams in applying Agile/Scaled Agile frameworks while meeting aerospace structure, architecture, safety, and certification requirements.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience implementing large-scale business transformation, preferably involving engineering or PLM systems.
  • Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework as a Solution Train Engineer or Solution Architect.

About the Company

Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Airbus designs and manufactures a wide range of aerospace products, including commercial airplanes, helicopters, defense systems, and space technologies. Its aircraft and rotorcraft are built with integrated airframes, propulsion, avionics, and digital systems to carry passengers, cargo, or conduct military missions, while its space division covers satellites, orbital infrastructure, launch services, and secure communications. Airbus differentiates itself with an end-to-end portfolio across commercial, defense, and space, a global manufacturing and services network, and a focus on sustainability and digital transformation. Its goal is to enable global mobility and connectivity while reducing aviation’s environmental impact through sustainable aviation and collaborative innovation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970

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