Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader. 

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than sixfold order book increase since 2000. 

From its first helicopter manufacturing facility in 1984 to the production of A220 Family single-aisle jetliners today, Airbus has significantly increased its presence in Canada.

Airbus' ties to Canada were deepened in October 2017 when Airbus sought to acquire a majority stake in the C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (renamed Airbus Canada Limited Partnership in June 2019), the entity that manufactures and sells Bombardier's single-aisle C Series jets- rebranded the A220 Family, with its two versions designated the A220-100 and A220-300.  The partnership markets, manufactures and supports the A220 Family worldwide.

Description of the job

As part of a group within Airbus Canada, which is responsible for A220 Flight Operations Customer Support. The Support pilot is responsible for the training of our customers in the Simulator and on the Aircraft.  To gain experience, the Support pilot will assist with the A220 Production Flight testing to validate the compliance to the type design.

In your role, you will : 

• Provide Initial Pilot Training in the A220 Simulator;
• Provide Base Training, Entry-Into-Service Support as an "Authorized Flight Instructor" or Authorized Flight Examiner", as applicable;
• Review and provide inputs for customer flight manuals, flight manual supplements, pilot manuals and other technical engineering reports;
• Conduct briefing for customer management reviews, as necessary;
• Provides direct liaison with Customer on specific technical or operational issues;
• Conduct proper use of safety and risk mitigation methods for the safe operation of the Aircraft and ground equipment;
• Support Customer Response Centre as required;
• Support Production Flight Test on an as required basis;
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

As our ideal candidate,

• You must hold the appropriate Canadian ratings and licenses including type ratings on multi-engine turbine powered aircraft with experience in International operations on large aircraft types;
• You preferably have additional FAA certificate and EASA License;
• You are familiar with Transport Canada, FAA and EASA Certification processes and procedures;
• You have a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or science discipline is preferred;
• You have the ability to use computer programs for word processing, spreadsheets and presentations;
• You have good interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals, departments and organizations; 
• You have the ability and willingness to work with irregular hours and work days;
• You have the ability to travel on short notice.

Please upload your resume in French and English.

As a leader in our field, Airbus Canada Limited Partnership provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.  In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. 

Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.  Improper interference with the ability of Airbus' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for North American positions unless specified.  Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. 

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment.