Bombardier

Leader, Quality

Bombardier$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in technical field, quality management, or project management.
  • Minimum of 5 years' management experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, or Continuous Improvement.
  • Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO, SMS).
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Familiarity with aircraft systems and structures.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Completion Supplier Quality Management teams aligned with business priorities.
  • Drive daily execution and develop a structured continuous improvement roadmap.
  • Coach and support the team in data gathering and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Manage supplier non-conformities and maintain production quality checks.
  • Represent Supplier Quality in key performance improvement forums.

Benefits

  • Flexible and hybrid work policies.
  • Opportunity for professional development and mentoring.
  • Work in a team-oriented environment fostering collaboration.
Full Job Description
Posting Start Date: 5/5/26

Requisition ID: 13010

Pointe-Claire, QC, CAN, H9R 5Z3

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

What are your contributions to the team?
• Lead the Completion Supplier Quality Management teams, ensuring strong alignment with business priorities and operational needs.
• Drive daily execution and team priorities while maintaining a structured long-term continuous improvement roadmap.
• Supervise and support a team acting as the key liaison between supplier corrective action teams and operations management.
• Partner closely with the Corrective Action Manager to deploy proactive and reactive containment strategies, reducing supplier quality issues related disruptions and non-standard work.
• Manage supplier non-conformities, line checks, and quality disclosures directly on the production floor.
• Coach and develop the team in effective data gathering, problem definition, 4-blocker preparation, and clear executive-level presentations.
• Represent Supplier Quality in key forums such as Operations Corrective Action Reviews, supplier calls, quality reviews, and weekly, monthly, and quarterly intersite or supplier meetings to drive performance improvement.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, project management capability, and a high level of accountability and teamwork.
• Support, mentor, and motivate Supplier Quality Analysts to ensure product conformity and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies including Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other quality tools to reduce supplier non-conformities and recurring issues.
• Maintain and continuously develop team competencies while ensuring compliance with internal quality systems, tools, and documentation (QDs, QADs, QAPIs).
• Actively support daily production floor meetings, ensuring clear communication of priorities and consistency across shifts.
• Assist management in collecting data, preparing analyses, and delivering impactful presentations for decision-making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and suppliers to resolve critical issues and deploy effective containment plans at supplier sites.

How to thrive in this role?
• University degree in technical field, quality management, or project management.
• Minimum of 5 years' management experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, or Continuous Improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing environment (AS9100, ISO, SMS).
• Familiarity with unionized environments and collective agreements (considered an asset).
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience or knowledge in supplier audits (process and product).
• Proficient in structured and analytical problem-solving techniques (Kepner Tregoe is an asset).
• Effective communicator at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as Andon, containment, and corrective action methodologies.
• Understanding of technical drawings, GD&T, and CATIA (asset).
• Experience with CAPA processes and cost of poor quality (COPQ) reduction planning.
• Familiarity with aircraft systems and structures.
• Strong skills in statistics and computer software.
• Knowledge of product conformity and certification requirements.
• Understanding of airworthiness regulations.

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Please note: You don't need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We're not looking for the perfect candidate, we're looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

Job Leader, Quality

Primary Location CFG - Des Sources

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 13010 Leader, Quality

About Bombardier

Bombardier is a multinational aerospace and transportation company that designs, manufactures, and sells aircraft, trains, and related products and services. The company operates in two main segments: Aviation and Transportation. The Aviation segment includes business and commercial aircraft, as well as aerostructures and engineering services. The Transportation segment includes rail vehicles and related services. Bombardier was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. The company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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