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Responsable avion en commandes de vol / Aircraft Flight Control Systems Lead

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Job Description:

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Vous possédez une expérience en intégration de systÚmes aéronautiques, avez travaillé dans le domaine des commandes de vol et souhaitez évoluer et développer de nouvelles compétences? Ce poste est pour vous!

Le programme d'avions commerciaux A220 recherche un.e responsable des systÚmes de commande de vol pour rejoindre notre équipe d'Ingénieur en Chef basée à Mirabel (Québec, Canada).

Vous ferez partie de l’équipe d'IngĂ©nieur en Chef chargĂ©e d'exercer l'entiĂšre autoritĂ© technique et la responsabilitĂ© de la conception de l'avion conformĂ©ment aux rĂ©glementations de navigabilitĂ©, Ă  la sĂ©curitĂ© des produits et des passagers, Ă  la protection de l'environnement, Ă  l'opĂ©rabilitĂ© de l'avion, Ă  la maturitĂ© de la conception, aux exigences de sĂ©curitĂ© et d'exploitation aĂ©roportuaire.

L'organisation de l'équipe est établie de maniÚre à promouvoir la collaboration transversale de maniÚre autonome, en se soutenant mutuellement et en apprenant collectivement.

Votre rĂŽle, en tant que Responsable des systĂšmes de commandes de vol, sera de prĂ©parer la prochaine gĂ©nĂ©ration de systĂšmes de commandes de vol de l’A220.

Votre environnement de travail:

Le siĂšge du programme d'avions commerciaux A220 est situĂ© Ă  Mirabel, dans la rĂ©gion mĂ©tropolitaine de MontrĂ©al, Ă  deux pas de la ville dynamique de MontrĂ©al. RĂ©putĂ©e pour son environnement paisible et sĂ»r, la rĂ©gion offre une grande qualitĂ© de vie aux jeunes professionnels ou aux professionnels expĂ©rimentĂ©s, ainsi qu'aux familles, en Ă©quilibrant parfaitement les opportunitĂ©s de carriĂšre et les activitĂ©s de plein air, ce qui en fait un endroit vraiment spĂ©cial oĂč il fait bon vivre.

Parce que nous prenons soin de vous :

  • Avantages financiers: Salaire attractif, bonus annuel, rĂ©gime d’assurances collectives, rĂ©gime de retraite et rĂ©gime d’achat d’actions.
  • Équilibre vie privĂ©e / professionnelle: Une politique de travail hybride, une cafĂ©tĂ©ria sur site, une politique de congĂ©s trĂšs concurrentielle.
  • Bien-ĂȘtre / santĂ©: Programme d’Aide aux EmployĂ©.e.s (PAE), programme de rabais, service mĂ©dical sur site, accĂšs Ă  un service de navette publique entre Laval (station de mĂ©tro Montmorency) et Mirabel et application de covoiturage.
  • DĂ©veloppement individuel: Des opportunitĂ©s d’évolution et des possibilitĂ©s de formations nombreuses (catalogue de plus de 10.000 e-formations disponibles en libre accĂšs pour dĂ©velopper votre employabilitĂ©, certifications, programmes de dĂ©veloppement accĂ©lĂ©rĂ©, mobilitĂ© nationale et internationale).

Chez Airbus, nous vous aidons Ă  travailler, Ă  vous connecter et Ă  collaborer plus facilement et de maniĂšre plus flexible. Partout oĂč cela est possible, nous favorisons la flexibilitĂ© dans nos modes de travail afin de stimuler l'esprit d'innovation.

Vos défis:

Dans ce rÎle, vous relÚverez du chef de la conception générale des systÚmes au sein de l'organisation de l'Ingénieur en Chef, et vous serez chargé de travailler avec des équipes inter fonctionnelles pour superviser les développements de systÚmes, et plus précisément dans le domaine des contrÎles de vol :

  • DĂ©finir la feuille de route technique complĂšte du systĂšme de commandes de vol intĂ©grĂ© de l’A220;
  • Valider et autoriser l’architecture de commandes de vol de nouvelle gĂ©nĂ©ration afin de garantir sa conformitĂ© aux exigences produit (TPR) et aux objectifs commerciaux (TPO);
  • ReprĂ©senter l’A220 auprĂšs de la gamme de produits des systĂšmes de commandes de vol intĂ©grĂ©s d’Airbus;
  • Piloter les activitĂ©s techniques depuis les premiĂšres phases d’analyse des exigences (prĂ©-MG3) jusqu’aux corrections post-mise en service (EIS) et animer les rĂ©unions techniques d’évaluation des Ă©tapes clĂ©s (MG);
  • En assurant la gouvernance technique, garantir l’harmonisation multidisciplinaire et l’alignement technique nĂ©cessaires Ă  l’intĂ©gration de l’architecture du systĂšme de commandes de vol de nouvelle gĂ©nĂ©ration avec les diffĂ©rents systĂšmes de l’aĂ©ronef;
  • Arbitrer les Ă©tudes comparatives et adapter les stratĂ©gies afin de maintenir le cap critique du programme sans compromettre la sĂ©curitĂ©;
  • Autoriser les stratĂ©gies et les plans de vĂ©rification et de validation (V&V) au niveau de l'aĂ©ronef afin de garantir que le systĂšme de commandes de vol rĂ©ponde aux objectifs de maturitĂ© et de sĂ©curitĂ©;
  • Approuver les autorisations de vol (SOF), RSI pour les tests au sol et en vol et les demandes d'essais en vol (RFT).

Votre profil:

  • Vous ĂȘtes titulaire d’un BaccalaurĂ©at ou d’une MaĂźtrise universitaire en ingĂ©nierie ou dans un domaine Ă©quivalent;
  • Vous avez au moins 15 ans d'expĂ©rience dans la conception ou l'intĂ©gration de systĂšmes de commandes de vol;
  • MaĂźtrise des lois de commande de vol primaires et secondaires;
  • ExpĂ©rience dans l'obtention d'un certificat de type (CT) ou d'une modification majeure pour un systĂšme aĂ©ronautique majeur;
  • CapacitĂ© Ă  diriger des Ă©quipes techniques transversales et interfonctionnelles et Ă  remettre en question les solutions techniques;
  • Aptitude Ă  prĂ©senter des solutions et des plans Ă  la direction;
  • Connaissance du processus de dĂ©veloppement des systĂšmes, des interactions avec la conception de la cellule et les disciplines techniques, ainsi que du processus de conformitĂ© Ă  la navigabilitĂ©.

Ce poste peut impliquer des déplacements professionnels (dans le monde entier).

Déplacements requis : Déplacements occasionnels à l'étranger

Ce travail nécessite une prise de conscience liée à tous les risques potentiels de conformité et à un engagement à agir avec intégrité, ces valeurs sont le fondement du succÚs, de la réputation et de la croissance durable de l'entreprise.

Vous ne semblez pas correspondre à 100%? Pas d'inquiétude! Airbus vous accompagnera pour trouver le poste qui correspond le mieux à vos compétences et aspirations.

Donnez une nouvelle dimension Ă  votre carriĂšre en soumettant votre candidature en ligne maintenant!

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Do you have aircraft systems integration experience, have you worked in Flight Controls domain and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for an Aircraft Flight Controls Systems Lead to join our Chief Engineering team based in Mirabel (Québec, Canada).

You will be part of the Chief Engineering team responsible for carrying full technical authority and responsibility for the aircraft design in compliance with airworthiness regulations, product and passenger safety, environmental protection, aircraft operability, design maturity, security and airport operations requirements.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as Aircraft Flight Controls Systems Lead will be to prepare the next generation of the A220 flight controls systems.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

  • Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
  • Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy, on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
  • Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application.
  • Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

In your role, you will report to the Head of Overall Systems Design within the Chief Engineering organization, and will be assigned to work with cross-functional teams to oversee system developments, and more specifically the next generation of Flight Controls Systems:

  • Own the end-to-end technical roadmap for the A220 integrated flight control;
  • Validate and authorize the next generation of flight control architecture to ensure compliance with stringent product requirements (TPR) and business objectives (TPO);
  • Be the voice of A220 towards the Airbus integrated flight control system Product Line;
  • Steer the technical activities from the earliest requirement phases (Pre-MG3) through to post-Entry-Into-Service (EIS) corrections and chair Maturity Gate (MG) technical feeders accordingly;
  • By chairing technical governance, ensure multidisciplinary harmonization and technical alignment for successful integration of the next generation flight control system architecture with the various aircraft systems;
  • Arbitrate trade studies and pivot strategies to maintain the program’s critical path without compromising safety;
  • Authorize the V&V strategies and plans at aircraft level that ensure the flight control system meets maturity objectives and safety;
  • Approve Safety Of Flight (SOF), RSI for ground and flight test, and Request for Test (RFT) for flight test.

Your boarding pass:

  • You have a Bachelor or Master University degree in Engineering or equivalent field;
  • You have 15 years or more experience in aerospace Flight Controls Systems design or integration;
  • In-depth knowledge of primary and secondary flight control laws;
  • Proven track record of taking a major aircraft system through a full certification TC (Type Certificate) or major amendment;
  • Ability to lead transverse technical and cross-functional teams and to challenge technical solutions;
  • Capability to present solutions and plans to senior management;
  • Awareness of systems development process, interactions with airframe design and technical disciplines, and airworthiness compliance process.

This role may involve some travels for business (worldwide).

Travel Required: Occasional travel Overseas

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Canada Limited Partnership

Contract Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Chief Engineering & Architecture

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave
Annual bonus
Bike parking
Coaching
Complimentary Medical Services
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Enhanced sick pay
Family health insurance
Health insurance
In house training
Language lessons
Mentoring
On-site gym
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Referral bonus
Sabbaticals
Teambuilding days
Mental health support
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders

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