FITC New Development Lead (f/m)

@ Gestal Amérique du Nord Inc.

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Overview

Gestal Amérique du Nord Inc. is hiring a contract New Development Lead to own the testing strategy and technical planning for ABIV activities on aircraft programs. The role leads New Development IPTs across matrix teams, manages the SoW, risks and resources, and requires significant flight test campaign management on CS 25 large aeroplanes.

Responsibilities:

Define and own the testing strategy and technical scoping of ABIV activities
Deliver on TCQP and manage technical and resource risks
Functionally lead New Development IPTs and maintain the consolidated SoW
Map resources and competencies with department heads

Requirements summary:

Engineering degree or equivalent
Significant background managing CS 25 flight test campaigns
Proven track record in advanced project management
Advanced English proficiency
Matrix leadership and stakeholder management

Tools & skills

Risk management Leadership Project management Reporting Stakeholder management Problem solving Regulatory compliance

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Employer posting date: 2026-07-27
First seen by our source: 2026-10-10
Source record updated: 2026-10-10

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Job details

Seniority	Senior
Department	Engineering
Work setting	Office, Client sites
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical low · computer high
Languages	English
Education	Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required)
Fields of study	Engineering

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Job description

Your challenges:

Strategy & Scope: Define and own the testing strategy and align it with chief engineers, programs, and Centers of Competence (CoCs). Act as the accountable party for the technical scoping and planning of all ABIV activities.
Project & Risk Management: Deliver on TCQP, identify technical or resource risks, implement mitigation plans, and anticipate Processes, Methods, Data, and Tools (PMDT) needs.
Leadership & Governance: Functionally lead New Development IPTs, trigger necessary arbitrations, and maintain a consolidated Statement of Work (SoW) reflecting deliverables, milestones, and financial boundaries. Serve as the primary ABIV focal point for the other functions, including engineering COCs, Chief Engineering & Program.
Resource Allocation: Map out and provide an integrated view of the necessary resources and competencies in collaboration with department heads.

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Hard Skills & Experience:

Engineering degree (or equivalent).
Significant background managing major flight test campaigns specifically for CS 25 aircraft (Large Aeroplanes), covering also lab test and flight test means development
Proven track record in advanced project management.
Advanced English proficiency.

Soft Skills & Leadership:

Matrix Leadership: Proven ability to influence, energize, and lead cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines.
Stakeholder Management: Excellent at interfacing with other functions, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and accurately reporting project health.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical, synthesis, and creative abilities to drive autonomy and resolve bottlenecks.

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.