Leader de Projet - Changement de Produit / Project Leader - Product Change

Do you have in project management, have you worked in Aerospace and would you like to progress and develop new skills? Then this job is for you!

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is looking for a Project Leader - Product Change to join our Configuration Management Program team based in Mirabel (Quebec, Canada), where you will work jointly with the product development teams as well as a multi-function team who will support you in the execution of your mandates.

You will be part of the Configuration Management Program whose mission is to ensure configuration management across the entire company and is responsible for change management projects.

The team organization is established to promote cross-collaboration autonomously, supporting each other and learning collectively.

Your role as a Project Leader - Product Change will be to:

1. Lead projects from launch to implementation in production and service, through all its phases, i.e. development, detailed design, parts manufacturing and industrialization;
2. Lead aircraft configuration in a multifonctional (Integrated Work Team) approach;
3. Be responsible for achieving milestones in accordance with program requirements in terms of schedule, cost (NRC and RC), quality, resources and scope.

Your working environment:

The A220 commercial aircraft Programme is headquartered in Mirabel, in the greater Montreal area, where the vibrant city of Montreal is just a stone’s throw away. Known for its peaceful and safe environment, the region offers a high quality of life for younger or experienced professionals and families, perfectly balancing career opportunities and outdoor activities that makes it a truly special place to call home.

How we care for you:

1. Financial rewards: Attractive salary, annual bonus, group insurance plan, pension plan and share purchase plan.
2. Work / Life Balance: A hybrid working policy, on-site cafeterias and a highly competitive holiday policy.
3. Wellbeing/Health: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Program, on-site Medical Service, access to a public shuttle service between Laval (Montmorency metro station) and Mirabel, and a carpooling application.
4. Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

1. Demonstrate leadership by inspiring and motivating multi-disciplinary teams, internal and external to Airbus, including Engineering, Industry, Quality, Procurement, Suppliers, Work Package Managers and to maintain adequate staffing levels in line with program requirements;
2. Plan and manage the timelines between opening and closing a change request moving from solution definition to incorporation into production and service;
3. Ensure inputs for resolution of contract updates and business issues through procurement teams;
4. Represent the Program Management Office in multiple internal decision-making forums for program strategy;
5. Anticipate crises or disruptions and, if necessary, take the necessary recovery actions;
6. Implement a robust risk and opportunity management system;
7. Ensure consistent decision-making at the highest level in accordance with operational needs and escalate issues, if necessary;
8. Prepare and present changes to various decision-making forums and governance.

Your boarding pass:

1. You hold a bachelor's degree or diploma in management/engineering or have 15 years of equivalent experience (PMP is an asset);
2. You have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in product development;
3. You demonstrate a high level of leadership and influence;
4. You have a good knowledge of Google Suite and Planisware (an asset);
5. You have good analytical, planning and problem-solving skills;
6. You demonstrate open-mindedness and a great ability to work in a team;
7. You have a sense of organization, you demonstrate autonomy and have perseverance;
8. You are perfectly bilingual (spoken and written) in French and English.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

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