Special Process Quality Engineer - 6 Month Term
March 13 2025
Industries
Airspace, Aviation, National Defence
Categories Engineering, Production, Operations, Quality, Safety,
Calgary, AB • Full time
Job Description
Posted Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM | Expires Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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 1,400 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.
Position Summary:
The Special Process Quality Engineer is responsible for implementation, adaptation and maintenance of Special Processes (such as Aluminum Heat Treat, Chemical Processing, NDT, Coatings, Welding and Cable Swaging) to company and customers' specifications.
Please note that this is a temporary position for a duration of 6 months.
Essential Job Functions:
- Advise state of all NADCAP requirements/revision as they may occur
- Perform internal audits and issue requests for preventative or corrective action
- Review and implement, as required, corrective actions for third party NADCAP audits
- Coordinate all process testing activities (processing and testing of coupons)
- Gap analysis of new customer requirements
- Determine any need for instruments/equipment, request quotes and raise P/O requisition
- Monitor purchasing for equipment/maintenance
- Support process planning
- Oversee all quality and process requirements
- Ensure use of proper equipment
- Develop and prepare procedures/work instructions
- Prepare training material and supply training as needed
- Statistical/trend analysis of data
- Implementation and support of a Continuous Improvement program (CPI)
Qualifications:
- Technical 2-year engineering related certification is a requirement
- Experience implementing NADCAP requirements
- Familiarity with special process requirements, such as requirements for Heat Treat of Aluminum, Chemical Processing, NDT, Coatings, Welding, etc.
- Experience with quality system implementation
- Experience with the aspects related to the performance of audits (quality system, process and product)
- Ability to complete a criminal background check
- Must have and maintain the ability to legally work in Canada
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (English)
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland 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.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.
Job Details
- Job Family
- EN
- Job Function
- QE
- Pay Type
- Salary
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Calgary, AB, Canada
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