Section Chief, Engineering – Loads, Wichita

BOMBARDIER

Bombardier is a global leader in aircraft innovation, design, and transformation. Our products and services deliver world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability, and safety. We are a global organization driven by collaboration and teamwork.

What are your contributions to the team?

• Planning and coordinating the progress of all Loads group activities, ensuring schedules are met, risks are identified, and mitigation plans are in place;
• Interacting with various organizational units to understand their needs and establish action plans;
• Deploying and organizing resources to meet the requirements of various projects/programs;
• Ensuring effective information flows within the department by organizing weekly meetings;
• Identifying staffing needs and leading recruitment activities;
• Managing financial resources: establishing budgets and monitoring expenditure;
• Ensuring an appropriate level of quality is delivered for each output;
• Ensuring that Loads processes and models are aligned across Bombardier sites;
• Defining individual expectations and objectives for each employee under your supervision;
• Conducting performance evaluations and helping define individual development plans;
• Providing technical expertise, mentoring, and training to ensure employees meet their objectives, develop their skills, and fulfill their commitments;
• Ensuring the health of the Knowledge Center and driving continuous improvement, growth, and competitiveness of the Aircraft Loads and Dynamics group;
• Promoting synergy between all the Loads groups within Bombardier working in close collaboration with the Loads & Dynamics manager
• Ensuring all aspects of the department are properly managed and that employees are engaged.

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering;
• You have more than 15 years of relevant experience;
• You possess deep knowledge in Loads;
• You have extensive knowledge in aircraft design (Flight Mechanics, Control Laws, Stress, Structures, Mass Properties, Control Systems, and Certification Rules);
• You have experience managing teams;
• You have strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to influence others;
• You are a team player and promote a collaborative approach to achieving company objectives;
• You have strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
• You have strong organizational skills;
• You perform well under pressure;
• You are eligible to obtain authorization to work on U.S. defense-related controlled programs (ITAR clearance).