Engineering Supervisor

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

No. of position: 1

Reason for position: new position

Salary: $95,000 - $105,000

Job Summary:

Responsible for the supervision of the Engineering Team and it’s interactions within the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• • • Supports new business implementation by participation in NPI, FAI, FMEA activities. Provides technical procedures & critical process controls for implementation of projects.     
    • Acquires & reviews proposals from outside vendors with the appropriate personnel, regarding the purchase of new or modernization of production / processing / plant equipment         
    • Performs a variety of engineering assignments in determining, developing and implementing production / change-over / set-up / processing methods and controls to meet quality, environmental & health and safety standards in the most cost-efficient manner.  Leads the start-up and de-bugging of new processes; training of production personnel, sets standards for the process and development of standard operating procedures 
    • Troubleshoots production equipment and processes in conjunction with the operators whenever problems occur           
    • Prepares set-ups, plant layouts & operating procedures for manufacturing processes       
    • Coordinates pre-production trials with production & project teams.  Obtains process potential studies, run rates and operating procedures         
    • Responsible for the planning and execution of the preventive and corrective maintenance plan of the manufacturing fixtures  
    • Ensures machine calibration routines are appropriate and critical data is retained 
    • Ensures resources are available to incorporate support activities into the production schedule for all engineering activities          
    • Responds with urgency to quality issues in diagnosing root cause and developing corrective actions to troubleshoot manufacturing processes  
    • Provide support for quoting new business with respect to manufacturing processes, cycle times, and non-reoccurring costs         
    • Work within QMS procedures and policies.  Establish and improve engineering procedures and standards within engineering      
    • Ensure Kaizen activities are supported as per plan         
    • Ensures that metrics are in place and are being used to improve processes and performance of areas critical to the success of the engineering side of the business       
    • Co-ordinates with other departments and focus teams to improve upon production efficiencies, etc.         
    • Work with cutting tool suppliers to improve tool life and performance       
    • Other duties and projects as assigned   

Skills/ Knowledge Requirements:

• • • Post–secondary degree or diploma in engineering or equivalent field an asset.
    • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment demonstrating leadership
    • Problem solver, excellent communicator, attention to detail
    • Liaison with Shop Floor personnel to provide support
    • Able to work independently and as a team member
    • Strong communication skills including written and verbal
    • Strong problem solving and project management skills
    • Excellent computer skills in CNC programming, CAD, Microsoft Office applications
    • Sound judgment in decision making and establishing priorities
    • Proactive and oriented to make improvements in systems and procedures.
    • Excellent interpersonal/teamwork skills.
    • Ability to travel for business needs.
    • Thoroughness in work, ask questions, stand behind decisions

Supervisory Responsibilities/ Direction of Others:

• • • Engineering Department / directs engineering team members. 
    • Ensures increasing levels of customer and employee satisfaction while improving the efficiency of processes.
    • Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate quick and effective improvements.
    • Executes business plans to achieve key performance indicators.  
    • Ensures meetings i.e., communications, safety, and team meetings are held effectively as per timelines.
    • Conducts performance appraisals for direct reports and mentor areas for improvement.
    • Provides strong and consistent leadership to increase motivation, skill and knowledge of all employees.
    • Provides daily, weekly, and monthly departmental reports as required.
    • Demonstrates an understanding of the significant environmental impacts of work activities; follow work instructions to ensure positive environmental performance is sustained.  Understand the consequences of delineating from them.  

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.