Material Composite & Structure Manufacturing Engineer
Mirabel, Canada
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About your next Challenge as a Material Composite & Structure Manufacturing Engineer:
Reporting to the Methods Department Supervisor, the Methods Agent is responsible for defining the methodology required for the fabrication, modification, or revision of work instructions related to the repair and modification of various aircraft structures. Their primary responsibility is to develop and implement effective work instructions that promote optimal production while meeting quality standards, deadlines, and cost requirements. They also serve as a liaison between the engineering, program, planning, and production departments.
The methods agent is a technical specialist who combines in‑depth expertise in composite materials with methodological skills in the field of aeronautical repair and overhaul. He/she stands out through mastery of aircraft structure manufacturing and assembly processes, as well as advanced knowledge in composite part manufacturing processes.
What will you do:
- Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to define the optimal sequence of operations.
- Read and translate plans, diagrams, and work schematics.
- Develop, produce, and verify manufacturing process sheets for the following production centers: sheet metal, machining shop, paint shop, composites shop, and assembly shop.
- Create and maintain the Bill of Materials (manufacturing BOM).
- Provide technical support to internal and external customers.
- Respond to production support requests (clarifications, corrective and preventive actions) and collaborate with other departments to resolve technical issues.
- Actively participate in the design phase with engineering to ensure deliverables are feasible and efficient in production.
- Support prototype manufacturing, prototype approval, and component delivery.
- Conduct time and motion studies and establish standard times.
- Contribute to the estimation and bidding process (monthly forecasts, validation of production times).
- Optimize manufacturing, repair, and assembly operations for various complex components.
- Participate in the development of project schedules (MRR, part and tooling concept).
- Define tooling requirements while considering geometric tolerance requirements.
- Establish manufacturing methodology, labor estimates, assumptions, and risk analysis within proposals and projects.
- Ensure alignment in the implementation of engineering changes or production improvements in collaboration with engineering, planning, and production.
Required Skills and Experiences:
- College diploma (DEC) or bachelor's degree (BAC) in aeronautics, aeronautical manufacturing, avionics or equivalent experience.
- Experience on the CF-18, an asset.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar position or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of SAP.
- Knowledge of Office suite software.
- Knowledge of 3D Via, MS Project, Catia V5/V6, Visio (assets).
- Bilingual (French/English) both orally and in writing (intermediate level). The knowledge of the English language, other than the French language is necessary due to contractual requirements.
Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory):
- Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.
- Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.
L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.