Development Build Manager

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

The Development Engineering Group in Longueuil is Pratt & Whitney Canada's largest new engine development center. The multidisciplinary organization is responsible for the development of new generations of helicopter and turboprop aircraft engines in addition to supporting the existing portfolio of already certified product lines.

The Development Build Team is responsible of engine assembly for development engineering. This includes the planning, preparation, execution and documentation stages. The group also ensures the validation of the assembly process in our on-line system (ECATES), the validation of the tools, the risk assessment (PFMEA), the integration of the requirements in terms of instrumentation and the general coordination with the assembly team and all support groups.

The Development Build Manager assumes the organizational and technical leadership of this team, which includes approximately fifteen specialists, technicians and engineers.

The position is based at our Longueuil location, from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

• Ensure the group's compliance with company requirements in terms of ethics, global trade, quality and health & safety.


• Responsible for hiring, evaluating, and coaching team members.


• Ensure sufficient critical skills and knowledge reside within the members of the group. Make sure to plan skills and knowledge sustainability.


• Ensure the development of safe, rigorous and efficient assembly plans, delivered on time. Review utilization of best practices and applicable procedures.


• Ensure the team delivers on the assembly and preparation of development engines in support to program requirements.


• Jointly with the assembly and test plant management, coordinate the planning and execution of engine assembly tasks in support of program requirements.


• Ensure the planning and execution of the production preparation process, including risk analysis (PFMEA) and the integration of new technologies in the assembly.


• Insure effective coordination with multiple support functions across the company.


• Review and approve engineering instructions and reports.


• Ensure the resolution of escapes according to continuous improvement (CORE) best practices and support the implementation of work stoppage (ANDON) reduction initiatives.


• Ensure the implementation of continuous improvement tools, clinics and initiatives in accordance with the company's objectives and quality improvement targets.


• Develop and execute a strategic vision and roadmap for development assembly, ensuring that it is aligned with the one for the development organization.


• Co-lead the maintenance of performance indicators and maintain management and planning files for the organization.


• Foster an engaging work climate for the team and stimulate team members' professional growth.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 15 years of experience OR Master's degree and a minimum of 12 years of experience. Combinations of alternative studies and relevant experience will be considered.


• Relevant work experience in development engineering, engineering or operations in the aerospace industry.


• Demonstrated applied knowledge in the field of aircraft engine assembly and associated processes.


• Experience in management, supervision and/or influential leadership roles.


• Proven ability to lead a team and work with suppliers and internal clients.


• Proven skills in continuous improvement.


• The candidate must have strong communication skills (written and oral).


• Knowledge of MS-Project, Excel and Enterprise Management Systems (SAP).


• This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a 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.

• Financial knowledge an asset.

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions


• Group insurance program


• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)


• Merit or recognition program


• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care


• Recreational and sports club


• Nearby daycares


• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.