Manager- Methods Engineering

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 2,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

The Manager
- Methods Engineerin g is accountable for the development and improvement of structural, or detail part manufacturing documentation to define aircraft sub-assemblies, and parts in accordance with the type design. They will support Production, Quality, Engineering, and other internal groups in solving technical problems and manage the incorporation of engineering change into the build.

The position providesa unique opportunity to develop and build the manufacturing system for the new De-Havilland Aircraft. The selected candidate should be skilled in planning, coordinating, process development and scaling, problemsolvingand executing successful business plans.

• Perform the key responsibilities of Methods Engineering Technologists and lead a team within a functional discipline of structural, Assembly/Sub-Assembly or detail partmanufacturing.
• Set objectives in line with company goals and manage team and individual performance.
• Ensure adherence to Engineering and Quality system processes to deliver high quality planning documentation that meets program, customerscheduleand expectations.
• Support Production in the manufacture of parts and aircraft and resolve technical issues whileoptimizingproduction work packages.
• Define and continuously optimize processes / tools / behaviors considering business requirements, customer needs, technical innovations, and new market conditions.
• Review Engineering changefor manufacturability and harmonization within the manufacturing process.
• Remain in close contact with staff on the status of their work. Keep track of their progress and adherence estimated task schedule.
• Develop team members to reach their full potential through Coaching, Training and Performance management along with the Manager.

• Combination of education and experience in Aerospace and/or manufacturing will be considered.
• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Technician in Aerospace or Equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace Manufacturing, etc.)

• 3+ years of manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering experience in a largecomponentmanufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Previous experience leading ateaman asset.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting and cost estimating.

• Advanced knowledge in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage and act on multiple…