De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Lead, Methods, the Methods Change Management Agent will manage and execute complex Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in our ERP System for DHC to support various aircraft programs and developmental activities. Assess impacts of design and process changes to production aircraft assembly, sub-assemblies, and detailed parts, while ensuring accordance with our quality standards, engineering requirements, and type specification design. Support Production, Design Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain and other internal groups on solving relevant technical problems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and authorize complex changes within the ERP System to ensure data integrity and information submitted in the change is accurate and compliant.
• Create, task out, and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for developmental changes to build, design and tools.
• Perform impact assessments to design engineering changes prior to release.
• Facilitate change harmonization meetings and collaborate with the necessary stakeholders as needed to build, complete and monitor the Implementation Plan as well as the ECN.
• Act as a subject matter expert in the Change Management/Change Control process across all aircraft programs, as well as acting Change Owner on developmental changes.
• Create and revise supplemental documentation to fully define the agreed build sequence of the aircraft assembly and sub-assemblies.
• Create Work Instructions (WI) under the Quality Management System (QMS) to define how Viking Manufacturing Processes are performed.
• Record, submit, and manage ECNs for changes to build, developmental design, obsolescence, and tools required to improve efficiency and quality of builds, including solving non-conforming products.
• Assign commodity codes to new Part Numbers resulting in Make vs Buy decisions
• Deploy ECN related tasks to incorporate Type Design and Build changes.
• Participate in investigations into technical issues, including assisting in Root Cause Analysis.
• Consult with Liaison Engineering to initiate resolutions to build or design technical issues reported through the NCM Process.
• Liaise with Design Engineering, Production, QC, Quality Engineering, Supply Chain, and external STC partners to develop resolutions and implement changes to technical or quality problems.
• Audit the flow of paper trail to ensure any design change has been properly implemented.
• Validate the Bill Of Material by applying investigation techniques of legacy build.
• Participate in continual improvement initiatives including internal/external audits.
• Represent and report on Change Management and Methods Engineering functions.
• Engage in company initiatives/projects to increase production efficiency, change implementation rate, and reduce costs.
• Assist in developing and rolling out technical skills training for manufacturing and assembly personnel to support the Quality Management System (QMS).

Education:

• Combination of education and experience in aerospace manufacturing and/or engineering will be considered.
• Degree or diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology; or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) considered an asset.

Experience:

• 3-7 years of progressive hands-on experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Previous change or project management experience is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the fabrication and assembly of aircraft parts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Aerospace engineering and manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and process design issues.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft engineering drawings.
• Ability to perform impact assessment of changes applied to design engineering drawings

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Intermediate knowledge in engineering drawing interpretation
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate and document information using a computer and required software.
• Ability to deploy, manage and influence multiple projects, tasks, and priorities at one time. Ability to work effectively either independently or collaboratively on flexible work assignments.
• Ability to problem-solve complex situations by filtering, prioritizing, and analyzing complex and dynamic information.

Why work at De Havilland?

De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.

• Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world- making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
• We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
• Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
• With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.

In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
• Life insurance
• RRSP/DPSP Plan
• Employee and family assistance program

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.