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Airbus

Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense

Head of Loads and Aeroelastics

Aerodynamics +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMirabel, QC, Canada

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's or master's university degree in engineering.
  • At least 10 years of experience in the aerospace industry and at least 5 years of experience in loads and aeroelastics.
  • Strong leadership skills aligned with the Airbus leadership model and values.
  • Engineering experience in one or more aircraft development programs.
  • Experience in technical team management.
  • Ability to find creative ways to achieve desired outcomes while adapting to changing situations and emerging obstacles.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with subject matter experts.
  • Project and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to take responsibility for expected technical results and deliver successfully within deadlines.
  • Analytical, problem-resolution, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to simplify complex issues and summarize risks, key actions, and next steps.
  • Good oral and written skills in English and French.
  • Awareness of potential compliance risks and commitment to act with integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead a team performing the loads and aeroelastics activities required for the development and certification of A220 modifications, production support, and in-service operations.
  • Ensure the team delivers on time, within cost, quality, performance, and safety requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineering stakeholders outside the team to support proper project execution.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance the team's integration and collaboration with the relevant Airbus Centre of Competence in Europe, including ways of working, processes, methods, and tools.
  • Help the team grow its technical skills, know-how, and career prospects in collaboration with the relevant Airbus Centre of Competence in Europe.
  • Foster cooperation with other Airbus functions, particularly the Chief Engineering teams.
  • Provide managerial leadership in the decision-making process.
  • Develop and plan the team's budget and resource needs, including capacity, capability, and make-or-buy policies, in line with Centre of Competence strategy and commitments and in partnership with the relevant Airbus Centre of Competence in Europe.
  • Build a local network and partnerships for innovation and research and development in line with Airbus strategy.

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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