Bombardier

Technical Expert, Engineering - Aircraft Loads

Bombardier$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; advanced education is a plus
  • 10+ years of experience in external loads analyses in the aerospace industry
  • Strong understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements and regulatory standards
  • Deep expertise in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis
  • Proven ability to develop finite element models (FEM) and perform flutter and aeroservoelastic analyses
  • Hands-on experience with Nastran for dynamic and aeroelastic analysis; knowledge of DMAP is beneficial
  • Advanced programming skills in MATLAB, Python, Fortran, C/C++, and Linux/Windows scripting environments

Responsibilities

  • Act as Aircraft Loads Applications Lead, coordinating execution and providing technical support
  • Analyze complex Aircraft Loads problems and organize technical reviews for resolution
  • Propose approaches to improve efficiency and fidelity of aircraft loads simulations
  • Select appropriate methods and techniques for complex issues using engineering judgment
  • Lead interface with other engineering disciplines such as Structures, Systems, and Flight Test
  • Perform analyses and simulations to compute aircraft design loads
  • Document analyses and findings in engineering certification reports

Benefits

  • Flexible and hybrid work policies
  • Collaborative work environment that encourages innovation
  • Opportunities for professional growth and mentoring
  • Part of a team that contributes to mobility advancements worldwide
  • Possibility of engaging in diverse cross-disciplinary projects
Full Job Description
Posting Start Date: 4/16/26

Requisition ID: 12674

Dorval, QC, CAN, H4S 1Y9

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Technical Expert, Engineering - Aircraft Loads

At Bombardier Aerospace, our employees work together to evolve mobility worldwide - one good idea at a time. If you have a good idea, we'll provide the environment where it will thrive and grow into a great product or customer experience. Your ideas are our fuel.

What are your contributions to the team?

  • Act as an Aircraft Loads Applications Lead: elaborate mid to long term plans and coordinate their execution by supporting and providing technical leadership, mentoring, and training to a team of Aircraft Loads Professionals
  • Analyze complex Aircraft Loads problems and organize technical reviews to resolve complex investigations
  • Contribute to growing the Loads engineering Knowledge Domain by proposing the approaches and techniques to improve the efficiency and fidelity of aircraft loads simulations
  • Use engineering judgment on selecting the appropriate methods, techniques, and tools in resolving complex issues
  • Lead interface with other engineering disciplines such as Flight Characteristics, Structures, Mass Properties, Systems, Fly-By-Wire, Landing Gear and Flight Test
  • Perform analyses and simulations to compute aircraft design loads, in support of new aircraft design studies and continued airworthiness of in-service aircraft,
  • Review FEM models to compute airframe design loads, component design loads (high lift and control surface)
  • Perform dynamic aeroelastic response analyses for tuned discrete gust and continuous turbulence with and without the effects from fly-by-wire
  • Define restrictions and special instructions for flight test procedures based on loads and dynamics analyses
  • Provide Loads support for both flight test and in-service AOGs
  • Document analyses and findings in engineering certification reports
  • Support Aircraft Landing Gear development, analysis and test.


How to thrive in this role?

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (advanced education is considered an asset)
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in external loads analyses in the aerospace industry
  • Strong understanding of the FAR 25 certification requirements and regulatory standards
  • Deep expertise in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis
  • Proven ability to develop finite element models (FEM), compute airframe and component design loads (e.g., high lift and control surfaces) and perform flutter and aeroservoelastic analyses
  • Hands-on experience with Nastran for dynamic and aeroelastic analysis; familiarity with DMAP is a plus
  • Solid knowledge of FEM principles, unsteady aerodynamics, and frequency-based data analysis
  • Familiarity with linearization of controls laws for use in TDG, PSD gust, and aeroservoelastic simulations
  • Strong understanding of engine fan blade-out and windmilling dynamic loads analysis
  • Experience working in flight test environments, including data collection and correlation between test results and analytical predictions
  • Good knowledge of flight test instrumentation (e.g., strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure sensors)
  • Advanced programming skills in MATLAB, Python, Fortran, C/C++, and scripting in Linux/Windows environments
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to plan and execute tasks within budget and schedule
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities


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Job Technical Expert, Engineering - Aircraft Loads

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 12674 Technical Expert, Engineering - Aircraft Loads

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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