De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Hiring for Methods Engineer at Victoria, BC Full Time

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. (‘DHC’) is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

Summary of Functions

The primary purpose of the Methods Engineer is to:
Be accountable for developing and revising Engineering Masters (EM’s), planning documents and others to ensure that they properly define HOW the aircraft assembly, sub-assemblies and parts are manufactured in accordance with the type design

Research and propose engineering changes

Supporting Production, Quality, Procurement, and other internal groups about solving relevant technical problems.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Master (EM)

Create EM’s to define parts, tools, processes, sequence and special instruction required to purchase or build a part/assembly

Ensure EM’s result in an aircraft that meets the approved Type Design

Perform changes to the EMs IAW the ECN process

Methods Supplement Documents

Create and revise supplemental documentation to fully define the agreed build sequence of the aircraft assembly and sub-assemblies.

Ensure workbooks are sequenced in correlation with the Engineering Master

Create Work Instructions (WI) under the Quality Management System (QMS) to define how Viking Manufacturing Processes are performed

Engineering Change Process

Record and submit Engineering change requests for changes to design and tools producing non-conforming product

Record and submit Engineering change requests for changes to build, design and tools required to improve efficiency and quality of builds

Record and submit Engineering change requests to initiate Make vs Buy decisions

Execute ECN related tasks to incorporate Type Design and Build changes

First Line of Technical Support for Manufacturing

Trouble shoot technical manufacturing problems

Participate in investigations into technical issues, including assisting in Root Cause Analysis

Consult with Liaison Engineering to initiate resolutions to build or design technical issues reported through the NCM Process

Liaise with QC, Quality Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop resolutions and implement changes to technical or quality problems

Participate in continual improvement initiatives including internal/external audits

Assist Planning in execution of NCM Tasks (i.e… Work order instructions)

Represent and report on Methods Engineering functions

Build Cost Reductions and Improvements

Assist Area Managers in developing plans to increase efficiency including acquisition and implementation of new equipment

Engage in company initiatives/projects to increase production rate and reduce costs

Training

Assist in developing and rolling out technical skills training for manufacturing and assembly personnel to support the Quality Management System (QMS)

Assist training of Production, QC and Methods Engineering and co-op personnel

Experience and/or Educational Requirements

Degree or diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology; or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer)

5-10 years of progressive hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry

Knowledge of the fabrication and assembly of aircraft parts

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of cost accounting and cost estimating.

Knowledge of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing principles and techniques.

Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and process design issues.

Ability to read and interpret aircraft engineering drawings.

Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.

Ability to communicate and document information using a computer and required software.

Ability to manage and act on multiple projects and priorities at one time.

Ability to work effectively either independently or with others on flexible work assignments.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to walk, stand and sit for long periods of time in a production environment. Eyesight must be sufficient to be able to read fine print and aircraft engineering drawings details.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply.

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