Industrial Engineer

FTAI Aviation LLC • Montreal, QC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) owns and maintains commercial jet engines, focusing on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI's proprietary products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture for engine PMA manufacturing, offer cost savings and flexibility to customers in the airline, lessor, and MRO sectors. The company also owns and leases jet aircraft, which aids in acquiring engines at favorable prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products designed to generate stable cash flows with potential for growth and appreciation. FTAI operates globally with offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

We are currently seeking an Industrial Engineer to play a key role in the setup of FTAI’s aeroderivative engine program. You will be part of the POWER program implementation team, responsible for production readiness, from shop floor layout design and flow efficiency calculations to strategic layout modifications sequencing to ensure a smooth and efficient program ramp-up. Join a dynamic organization actively shaping the future of aviation!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in industrial engineering, or closely related roles within aerospace, MRO, or advanced manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with layout design (AutoCAD), material flow, time studies/standard work, and line balancing in a shop-floor environment.
• Demonstrated ability to create and sustain influential relationships with multifunctional teams within an operational environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods; ability to use data/KPIs to prioritize and validate improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Own the production area layout design, workstation definition, and material flow to enable safe and efficient execution in an MRO environment.
• Establish and maintain throughput/capacity plans (labor, cycle time/takt assumptions) and partner with Planning/Operations on line balancing, staffing, and bottleneck removal.
• Lead tooling alignment and readiness (tooling needs, point-of-use strategy, and coordination to ensure availability).
• Drive continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen) and track performance using KPIs (e.g., throughput, WIP, OEE, cycle time), improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and leadership to ensure alignment and successful implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level