Leader, Operations

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?

• Lead and supervise tooling fabrication and maintenance activities (jigs, fixtures, and precision tooling) in support of production requirements.
• Plan and prioritize daily and long-term workload aligned with production schedules and critical path needs.
• Ensure tooling is delivered on time, validated to specification, and ready for use in manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical tooling and metrology support including laser tracking, alignment, and production line recovery.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to resolve complex tooling and dimensional issues impacting production.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards (AS9100), engineering requirements, and safety regulations.
• Maintain tooling configuration control, traceability, and documentation.
• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve tooling reliability and lifecycle performance.
• Implement root cause corrective actions / Problem Solving for tooling-related issues.
• Manage tooling resources including scheduling, capacity planning, and material procurement.
• Coordinate external vendors and contractors, ensuring delivery, quality, and technical compliance.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment (5S standards).
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of skilled trades employees in a unionized environment.
• Apply and administer the collective agreement fairly and consistently in partnership with union representatives.
• Drive employee engagement, accountability, and continuous skill development.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold an Ontario Tool & Die License or a College diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• You have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in tooling, fabrication, or precision manufacturing (aerospace preferred).
• You have a minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
• You have strong technical expertise in tooling fabrication, maintenance, and metrology techniques.
• You demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills in resolving complex technical challenges.
• You are familiar with aerospace quality standards and tooling control practices (e.g., AS9100, configuration management).
• You have experience supporting production environments with tight tolerances and high quality requirements.
• You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and can effectively influence cross-functional teams.
• You are results-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• You demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The base salary for this position is expected to range from CAD $100,000 to CAD $130,000 per year. The applicable base salary will be determined based on various criteria, at Bombardier’s sole discretion, such as the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications.

In some cases, the base salary offered may differ from the expected range of base salary listed above.

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. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Bombardier will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Job

Leader, Operations

Primary Location

Global 7500/8000

Organization

Aerospace Canada

Shift

Employee Status

Regular

Requisition

13831 Leader, Operations