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At CAE, our manufacturing experts transform visionary designs into reality, building state-of-the-art simulators for our Civil Aviation and Defense & Security divisions. As part of the team driving innovation on the production floor, every day presents an opportunity to turn ideas into world-class products, from assembly and testing to final production and deployment.

By bringing your expertise, you will help shape the future of training and safety with precision, ensuring our customers are prepared for the most critical moments. As all the pieces come together, each carefully assembled component contributes to the strength of the final product, advancing CAE's mission of quality, integrity, and excellence around the world.

CAE's Montreal manufacturing center is unique and highly complex. Its operations enable CAE to manufacture, assemble, and integrate some of the most advanced flight simulators available on the market. The broad simulation product portfolio and the large number of airline customers served create a continuous flow of operational challenges that must be addressed daily. The variety and complexity of these requests require the expertise of a dynamic and innovative team: Operations Support. Through its technical expertise and strong operational presence, the team also plays a key role in influencing future engineering designs.

The Engineering Manager, Operations Support is responsible for leading a specialized team of mechanical and electrical engineers. This role ensures the team has the necessary resources and support to effectively meet operational requirements while maintaining strong relationships with internal customers. The incumbent will drive continuous improvement initiatives, monitor operational performance metrics, and foster a customer-focused culture while serving as a positive and influential leader.

Your Challenges

• Lead, coach, and supervise the Operations Support team by planning, organizing, and managing departmental activities to achieve optimal results and performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between Manufacturing Engineering and Operations, managing the escalation of operational issues.
• Define, develop, and implement the vision and strategic direction of the Operations Support department.
• Oversee day-to-day Operations Support activities to ensure service commitments and performance objectives are met.
• Establish, manage, and monitor budgets related to Operations Support activities.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and lead the implementation of process enhancements across the organization.
• Act as a technical expert, guiding the team through complex problem-solving situations and managing project-related risks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or College Diploma) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in team leadership, management, or supervision, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Power BI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspiring and people-focused leader.
• Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to synthesize and communicate information effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and rigor.
• High degree of adaptability in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English, with strong interpersonal abilities.

Why Join CAE?

• Professional and collaborative work environment.
• Challenging and rewarding projects.
• Team-oriented culture.
• Competitive benefits package.
• On-site cafeteria.
• Free parking.

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At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available-contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.

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