GDECA (Gravity Data Engineering & Cloud Analytics) · 3 months ago
Loads & Dynamics
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
20+ years expGDECA (Gravity Data Engineering & Cloud Analytics) is seeking a skilled professional to lead and coordinate the Loads group activities within the aerospace industry. The role involves defining the scope of work, ensuring quality, and leading technical innovations related to loads, while also focusing on talent development and continuous improvement processes.
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Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the execution of activities within the Loads group
Define the scope of work and validate the level of effort
Ensure work quality (First Time Right) by providing timely and continuous guidance to Loads group personnel
Act as a peer reviewer and technical approver
Ensure a common approach across various programs
Take ownership of problem resolution within the Knowledge Domain for all product lines
Lead and coordinate the aircraft-level investigation and problem-solving process using the Problem-Solving Sheet (PSS) methodology and close the loop by documenting lessons learned
Maintain a strong relationship with the leadership team to advise and provide constructive feedback
Lead and coordinate Loads group activities related to the Knowledge Domain, strategic technology development, and innovation
Define a vision, strategy, and development plan for the Loads group Knowledge Domain
Plan, update, and expand the Loads group section in Bombardier’s Engineering System (BES)
Develop and document Loads group activities in Bombardier manuals and ensure compliance with BES processes and best practices
Propose the implementation of technical innovations based on industry trends through advanced design and strategic technology
Lead and influence strategic technology initiatives related to loads and stay informed about new technologies to reduce loads
Provide advice and recommendations on emerging techniques to improve aircraft efficiency, process efficiency, reduce loads analysis cycle time, while maintaining quality standards
Lead and coordinate talent development within the Loads group
Identify and develop engineers and DADs in the loads domain
Identify skill gaps and plan/manage their closure
Focus on training new employees
Lead and coordinate discussions with Bombardier Defense and external suppliers
Influence continuous improvement of the loads assessment process
Act as the official spokesperson for the Loads group in discussions with Bombardier Defense and external customers
Lead efforts for development, validation, and verification of Loads group requirements
Support DR&O development
Define the company approach for new regulatory elements
Recommend new, more cost-effective engineering solutions
Identify cost-saving opportunities for programs in collaboration with the procurement group
Qualification
Required
You hold a bachelor's degree in aeronautics or mechanical engineering. Higher education is an asset
You have over 20 years of relevant experience in the loads domain within the aerospace industry
You have more than 10 years of experience leading a team of engineers working on loads assessments, from planning and execution to risk management and project delivery
You possess strong organizational skills for planning work activities and tracking task execution within budget and schedule constraints
You demonstrate sound judgment to optimize work scope and define the appropriate quality level
You have a good understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements. A strong working relationship with Canadian, European, and U.S. certification authorities is an asset
You have solid experience in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analysis
You possess strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, communication skills (both written and verbal), and the ability to work under pressure
You have excellent interpersonal skills
You are recognized as an expert in the loads domain
Company
GDECA (Gravity Data Engineering & Cloud Analytics)
GDECA is a data, analytics and AI consulting firm based in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rick Connolly
CEO and Co Founder
Stephen Dettor
Co-Founder & COO
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