Metallurgist

This role is a support function to help both internal and external customers resolve materials and processes issues in a quality, economic and timely manner. This includes supporting the following generic activities: new developments, winning of new business, new design activity, manufacturing of designed product and product support. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of metallurgical principles, manufacturing processes, and material properties related to landing gear components. This role requires expertise in reviewing engineering drawings, evaluating process techniques, and supporting Material Review Board (MRB) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) activities. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirement.

• Experience in aerospace metallurgy, specializing in landing gear manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of high-strength steels, titanium, and aluminum alloys used in aerospace applications.
• Extensive experience with special processing techniques (heat treatment, surface treatments, coatings, etc.).
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination.
• Strong communication, technical writing, analytical and problem-solving skills for documentation and reporting.
• Some experience in MRB, NCR resolution, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Strong desire to meet defined role objectives in terms of quality, cost and delivery.
• Desire to be a generalist not a specialist.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels.
• Self-starter with proven influencing skills required.

Education &/or Certifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science or a related field
• P. Eng license or eligible for APEO registration as a Professional Engineer in the province of Ontario

Work Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace metallurgy, preferably in landing gear or structural components.
• Strong knowledge of metals and alloys used in aerospace applications, such as high-strength steels, titanium, and aluminum alloys.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with heat treatment, coatings, forging, and machining processes.
• Familiarity with MRB, NCR resolution, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Experience working with aerospace industry standards (AMS, ASTM, SAE, NADCAP).

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.
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