Posted 8 days ago
Engineering Professional Senior, Mechanical Engineering, Experimental Design - Wind Tunnel Models
@ Bombardier
Quebec
Overview
Bombardier is hiring a senior mechanical engineer for its Experimental Engineering team to design, fabricate and validate wind tunnel models supporting aircraft development programs. The role involves leading design work, managing schedules and budgets, and coordinating with aerodynamics, testing and manufacturing teams. Candidates need at least 12 years of relevant experience and membership in the OIQ. Benefits include insurance plans, a retirement savings plan, an Employee Assistance Program and a Tele Health Program.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop wind tunnel models for aerodynamic test programs
- Integrate instrumentation such as balances, pressure sensors and strain gauges
- Perform preliminary structural analyses of models under aerodynamic loads
- Plan and control design schedules and budgets, managing critical risks
- Coordinate design and validation with aerodynamics, testing and workshop teams
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace or related engineering
- Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
- Minimum 12 years of wind tunnel model design experience
- Strong CATIA V5 and/or Siemens NX proficiency
- Eligibility for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program
- Excellent French and English communication skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 12+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian Controlled Goods Program eligibility |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets. Bombardier’s Challenger and Global aircraft families are renowned for their cutting-edge innovation, cabin design, performance, and reliability. Bombardier has a worldwide fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments, and private individuals. Bombardier aircraft are also trusted around the world in government and military special-mission roles leveraging Bombardier Defense’s proven expertise. Headquartered in Greater Montréal, Québec, Bombardier operates aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. The company’s robust customer support network services the Learjet, Challenger and Global families of aircraft, and includes facilities in strategic locations in the United States and Canada, as well as in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, the UAE, Singapore, China and Australia. For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Environmental, Social and Governance report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com. Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at businessaircraft.bombardier.com. Follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.
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Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets. Bombardier’s Challenger and Global aircraft families are renowned for their cutting-edge innovation, cabin design, performance, and reliability. Bombardier has a worldwide fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Dorval, Québec |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | TransportationEngineeringAerospaceAviationand luxury |
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When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.
Why join us?
At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.
Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.
Bombardier’s Benefits Program
With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:
- Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
- Competitive base salary
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tele Health Program
What are your contributions to the team?
- Join the Experimental Engineering team responsible for the development, fabrication, and validation of wind tunnel models supporting Bombardier aircraft development programs.
- Design and develop wind tunnel models that meet the requirements of aerodynamic test programs in Stability & Control (Low-Speed), Takeoff and Landing Performance (High-Lift), and High-Speed testing.
- Integrate specialized instrumentation systems, including internal balances, pressure sensors, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
- Perform preliminary structural analyses to ensure the mechanical integrity and dimensional accuracy of models subjected to significant aerodynamic loads.
- Coordinate design, manufacturing, assembly, and validation activities with aerodynamics, testing, instrumentation, manufacturing teams, and external suppliers.
- In addition to wind tunnel model design activities, design mechanical installations for experimental systems, including flight test aircraft, structural test rigs, and systems test benches, supporting aircraft development, in-service support, and Defense programs.
- Plan, monitor, and control design schedules and budgets by identifying critical risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies for projects under your responsibility.
- Interpret customer technical requirements and develop robust engineering solutions that meet design objectives while optimizing cost, schedule, and performance.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, act as a technical leader, influence stakeholders, build strong working relationships, and actively contribute to team development.
- Ensure successful project execution through close collaboration with the Experimental Workshop, while actively supporting fabrication, assembly, and installation activities.
- Effectively manage priorities in a complex environment and confidently present technical solutions and recommendations to management.
- Contribute to the development of future Bombardier aircraft programs by supporting the experimental validation of innovative technologies and the continuous enhancement of aerodynamic performance across our platforms.
How to thrive in this role?
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
- Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience in wind tunnel model design, including direct participation in Stability & Control, Takeoff and Landing Performance (High-Lift), and High-Speed wind tunnel test campaigns.
- Eligibility to obtain access under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
- Strong proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or Siemens NX for complex mechanical design, 3D modeling, and technical documentation.
- Solid knowledge of aerodynamic principles as applied to wind tunnel testing.
- Excellent understanding of wind tunnel instrumentation, including internal aerodynamic balances, pressure sensors, strain gauges, data acquisition systems, and specialized instrumentation used during wind tunnel test campaigns.
- Strong knowledge of structures, materials, and standard components used in the aerospace and industrial sectors; experience designing machined parts, welded assemblies, and sheet metal components, as well as knowledge of instrumentation systems.
- Excellent understanding of aerospace technical and regulatory requirements, with demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving planning, budget tracking, and risk management.
- Recognized technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams, with the ability to influence stakeholders, build strong relationships, and demonstrate accountability, sound judgment, and a strong team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment and confidently present technical recommendations to management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.
Interested in joining Bombardier?
Bombardier is hosting a Virtual Engineering Hiring Event on October 22 and 23, 2026.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Format: Virtual interviews via Microsoft Teams
Registration is required.
Only selected participants will be invited to attend.
Registration closes on October 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
Register here: https://aerocareer.ca/events/evenement-de-recrutement-en-ingenierie-2
Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!
Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.
Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.
Job Engineering Professional Senior, Mechanical Engineering, Experimental Design - Wind Tunnel Models
Primary Location Marcel-Laurin Plant 1
Organization Aerospace Canada
Shift Day job
Employee Status Regular
Requisition 15500 Engineering Professional Senior, Mechanical Engineering, Experimental Design - Wind Tunnel Models
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