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FITC New Development Lead

Mirabel Southwest, Quebec, CanadaContractLeadPosted Jul 28, 2026

Job description

Your challenges: Strategy & Scope: Define and own the testing strategy and align it with chief engineers, programs, and Centers of Competence (Co. Cs). Act as the accountable party for the technical scoping and planning of all ABIV activities. Project & Risk Management: Deliver on TCQP, identify technical or resource risks, implement mitigation plans, and anticipate Processes, Methods, Data, and Tools (PMDT) needs.

Leadership & Governance: Functionally lead New Development IPTs, trigger necessary arbitrations, and maintain a consolidated Statement of Work (SoW) reflecting deliverables, milestones, and financial boundaries. Serve as the primary ABIV focal point for the other functions, including engineering COCs, Chief Engineering & Program.

Resource Allocation: Map out and provide an integrated view of the necessary resources and competencies in collaboration with department heads. Profil Your boarding pass: Hard Skills & Experience: Engineering degree (or equivalent). Significant background managing major flight test campaigns specifically for CS 25 aircraft (Large Aeroplanes), covering also lab test and flight test means development Proven track record in advanced project management.

Advanced English proficiency. Soft Skills & Leadership: Matrix Leadership: Proven ability to influence, energize, and lead cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines. Stakeholder Management: Excellent at interfacing with other functions, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and accurately reporting project health.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical, synthesis, and creative abilities to drive autonomy and resolve bottlenecks. 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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