Weights Engineering posting at DeHavilland Aircraft of Canada

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.

Profile

The Weights Engineer is proficient in CATIA V5, and capable of completing weight forecast and analyses of all aircraft systems and related components.

Location

This position is located on-site in Calgary, AB, Toronto, ON or Victoria, BC.

Duties & Responsibilities

Support Design Engineering in achieving the optimum design within the target weight. Monitor and report the progress of weight reduction programs.
Ensure that all appropriate standards of weight control are maintained.
Provide mass properties data for the movement of aircraft/components.
Provide and ensure the Weight and Balance Manual meets the certifying authorities’ requirements as well as the needs of the operator, and provide replacements as required.
Provide in-service support to Operators in answering weight and balance questions and supplying Weight and Balance Manuals related to out of production, resale and new products in the field.
Weigh aircrafts and provide Weight and Balance Manual for certification prior aircraft delivery.
Provide weight and balance impact for service bulletins’ kits.
Oversee and define the weighing procedure of aircraft/components.
Provide Weight and Balance Load Sheets for experimental, production and delivery flights as required.
Define and maintain the Fleet weight for aircraft production lines.

Education & Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
A minimum of 5 years of Mass Properties analysis. Good understanding and experience in the design, stress and flight sciences, of civil aircraft structures, interiors and systems; possess an in depth knowledge of aircraft minimum weight design and manufacturing processes in relation to aircraft performance.

Experience

Experience in aircraft manufacturing of details, assemblies and installations
General knowledge of the aircraft component functions, ie: structure, control surfaces, system, etc.

Skills

Strong communications skills in English (written and spoken), problem solving, flexibility and time management skills.
Good knowledge of CATIA and MS Office skills.
Able to work flexible hours as required.
Able to travel on short-notice occasionally.

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Monday, June 20th, 2022 News

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