Bombardier is looking for an Engineering Methods & Material professional to join our team. You will design and deliver complex assembly tooling, jigs, fixtures, and mechanical systems to support aircraft modification and instrumentation installation. This role provides technical support and manages tooling schedules for major aerospace and defense programs.
What You'll Do
- Utilize Catia V5 to design and draft tooling solutions to support aircraft modification and instrumentation installation.
- Ensure all designs, data, and documentation adhere to ITAR, DOD, and program specific security requirements.
- Collaborate with flight test engineers, stress, and mechanics to create functional, safe, and reliable tooling.
- Provide on-site technical support during aircraft modification.
- Coordinate with suppliers, internal shops, and customers to ensure manufacturability and rapid turnaround of complex tooling.
- Create laser tracker support models and instructions for locating critical parts within the aircraft reference system per interface control documentation (ICD) and internal/external conformance.
- Own and manage tooling schedules, balancing multiple priorities to ensure on-time delivery of design packages within the forecasted budget.
- Create a variety of tool types such as Floor Assembly Jigs, Drill Jigs, Holding Fixtures, Overhead Mechanical Equipment, Shipping Fixtures, Weld Jigs, Contour Templates, and Scaffolding.
- Build BOM’s and coordinate with Material Logistics for the ordering of tooling raw materials and components.
- Provide estimates for the Bids & Proposals team for internal and external tooling.
- Support the Methods team with assembly build sequencing.
- Create visual work instructions to showcase how tooling aligns with project objectives.
- Create formal documents (TCM’s) to resolve technical issues or questions regarding tooling.
- Perform analysis of tolerances from Laser Shoot and CMM inspections.
What We're Looking For
- Proficient in Catia V5 and Enovia.
- Experience with NX and Teamcenter.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proficient in GD&T driven precision design.
- Knowledge of aircraft shoring practices.
- Knowledge of traditional tooling practices.
- Knowledge of traditional and NC machining practices and processes.
- Knowledge of safe working practices.
- Knowledge of 3D Printing.
- Good written and oral communication.
Nice to Have
- 10 years supporting major aerospace and defense programs through the design and delivery of complex assembly tooling, jigs, fixtures, and mechanical systems.
Technical Stack
- Catia V5
- Enovia
- NX
- Teamcenter
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
Benefits & Compensation
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Competitive base salary
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tele Health Program
Work Mode
This position offers a hybrid work mode and is based in Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet.
Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.
