Directeur associé, Développement technologique - Industrialisation avancée/Associate Director, Technology Development - Advanced Industrialization

RTX•Longueuil, QC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and cross-functional leader to manage and coach a team of Advanced Industrialization Industrial Engineers. This team drives the introduction, in Operations, of new technologies developed by the Research & Technology group along with the development of industrialization strategies for new sustainable components, engine assembly, and testing, while supporting program MRL readiness. You and your team will ensure the industrial maturity of future programs by making sure the advanced propulsion components technologies — including rotating parts, hot-section components, and complex structures — are ready for high-quality, cost-effective, scalable and digitally enabled production environments. You will collaborate with the managers of Advanced Industrialisation, Engineering, R&T, Manufacturing, Production, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and industrial maturity through concurrent engineering practices. You will also collaborate with Advanced Industrialisation Program Manager to imbed required budgets and resources in program plans to be ready for execution across all phases of the product lifecycle— from concept through tested serial production engines. This strategic role demands a risk-based mindset and the ability to guide innovation across Operations in a highly regulated, high-performance environment. As Associate Director, you will be the key contact for research & technology Managers and represent suppliers, partners, and manufacturing sites within the Program Management Team, following P&WC’s Integrated Product Management Process (IPMP). You will ensure rigorous execution of procedures and provide industrialization strategy expertise while adapting to evolving program demands. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge propulsion and manufacturing technologies, engage with international supply chains, and collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams. You will join a high-performing, innovative team in a technically rich environment with strong career growth opportunities. Join a dynamic, forward-looking team at the heart of aerospace innovation. You will contribute to strategic decisions in advanced manufacturing, collaborate with international partners and suppliers, and help shape the industrial strategy for sustainable propulsion systems. This is a unique opportunity to drive high-impact transformation within a collaborative environment that values technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. The position is based on-site in Longueuil, with flexible hours from Monday to Friday. Frequent travel and variable hours are also to be expected for interactions with suppliers, partners, and internal sites (manufacturing and A&T).

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
10+ years of experience in aerospace engine component manufacturing or industrialisation or similar high-specification industries.
Deep understanding of propulsion engine components, advanced manufacturing methods, aerospace materials and processes (e.g. Inconel, titanium alloys, ceramic coatings and composites) and special processes.
Experience in developing and deploying manufacturing and assembly processes in regulated industries.
Minimum 3 years of leadership and team management experience.
Experience with cross-functional collaboration and communication, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills and project management experience (technical planning, cost control, risk mitigation).
Ability to influence complex, multi-site or suppliers, partners and sites -inclusive projects and act as an agent of change & transformation.
Familiarity with TRL/MRL frameworks, industrial maturity models, and risk assessments.
Familiarity with digital tools CAD/CAM tools (CATIA), PLM systems (e.g. T Teamcenter), digital manufacturing platforms, and data analytics tools.
Very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated and applied manufacturing experience on components.
Familiarity to additive manufacturing or hybrid manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with global supply chains, suppliers, partners and sites development, offload industrialisation and New Product Introduction or ramp-up programs.
Exposure to advanced materials and digital manufacturing, including digital twins, virtual build/test, and data analytics, Model-Based Definition (MBD) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Six Sigma or Lean certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the industrialization of new engine components and modules for new programs (demonstrator programs, archetypes 1–4) or RLPM Gate C (archetypes 5–10), including: turbine and compressor blades and vanes; combustor parts; casings, shrouds, seals, and rotating structures; bearings, shafts, and support structures.
Develop and validate manufacturing processes for complex engine parts involving: precision casting, forging, and near-net-shape processes; high-precision machining of superalloys (e.g., Inconel, titanium, ceramic matrix composites); additive manufacturing (metal AM) and hybrid processes; advanced coatings (thermal barrier, anti-corrosion) and heat treatments; high-temperature joining processes (brazing, welding) and surface treatments.
Collaborate with Advanced Industrialization managers on the planning and execution of RLPM gate deliverables and Operations Production Readiness (PR) deliverables, aligned with RLPM gates and including the Production Plan.
Drive industrial maturity using Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL) across component manufacturing, assembly, and testing, and support TRL and MRL assessments for new technologies.
Lead Design for Cost, Design for Manufacturability (DfM), and Design for Assembly (DfA) initiatives in close coordination with Design Engineering, suppliers, partners, sites, and the Advanced Industrialization Buyer through Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
Work with the Program Cost Controller, Advanced Industrialization Leads, and Engineering to establish the Cost Basis Note for components and internal sites; track FSC evolution; and collaborate with Engineering, suppliers, partners, or internal sites to identify alternative design and manufacturing solutions to improve program margins and mitigate headwinds.
Define and develop manufacturing processes, tooling concepts, plant layouts, and automation strategies aligned with DfM and DfA principles.
Collaborate with component producers, partners, A&T, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Digitalization teams to: assess infrastructure, logistics, and data systems requirements; define requirements for new programs or capacity increases through: special process qualifications; tooling and fixturing; plant layout and production cell design; digital manufacturing methods, data integration, and, where needed, digital transformation.
Contribute to make-or-buy assessments, industrialization readiness evaluations, and global industrial footprint planning, including offload industrialization and outsourcing strategies.
Validate industrial plans, including First Article Inspections (FAI), process capability studies, and PPAP deliverables.
Assess and leverage digital manufacturing tools such as simulation, PLM/MES integration, process modeling, virtual commissioning, shop floor connectivity (MES, IIoT), and digital twin models to support new program requirements.
Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100, NADCAP, and APQP.
Champion lean manufacturing, a zero-defect mindset, and a culture of continuous improvement throughout the industrialization process.
Prepare project plans, risk analyses, and budgets for activities supporting industrialization requirements; these plans, risks, and budgets must be incorporated into program plans.
Frequent travel and variable work schedules are expected when working with suppliers, partners, or internal sites (Manufacturing and A&T).
Perform management and administrative duties, including: leading staff meetings; managing individual development plans; setting objectives and priorities; supporting the team by removing obstacles and escalating issues in a timely manner.