Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer

Location: Kirkland, Quebec (Montreal), Canada

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time, 100% On-site

Shape the Future of Aerospace Innovatio n

At DART Aerospace, we design and manufacture mission-critical aerospace equipment used by helicopter operators around the world. From aerial firefighting and search & rescue to military and utility operations, our products help customers accomplish demanding missions safely and efficientl y.

With engineering and manufacturing facilities across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Mexico, we continue to invest in innovation and new product developme nt.We're looking for an experienced Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer to lead the successful transition of innovative aerospace products from concept through design, validation, certification, and manufacturing laun ch.

This is a highly visible role that combines technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on engineering in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environm ent.

What You'

ll DoLead New Product Introdu

- ctionLead engineering activities for new product development from concept through production la
- unch.Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), cost optimization, and product industrializa
- tion.Ensure seamless transition from engineering development into manufactu

ring. Design & Develop Aerospace Pr

- oductsDesign and develop mechanical and structural aerospace components using Solid
- Works.Perform engineering calculations, structural assessments, and FEA analyses to validate product perfor
- mance.Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes while balancing performance, cost, and manufacturab

ility.



Validation & Certif

- icationDevelop qualification, verification, and validation
- plans.Coordinate laboratory and field testing acti
- vities.Analyze test results and prepare technical reports supporting FAA, TCCA, and EASA certification acti
- vities.Support STC development and certification documen

tation.

Collaborate Across the

- BusinessPartner closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, and Program Man
- agement.Support prototype builds, pilot production, first article inspections (FAI), and production re
- adiness.Resolve technical issues throughout the product li

fecycle. Technical L

- eadershipMentor junior engineers and d
- esigners.Lead design reviews and technical decisio
- n-making.Champion engineering best practices, continuous improvement, and standar
- dization.Support root cause investigations and engineering change ac

tivities. What We're L ooking Fo

- rEducationBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Manufacturing En

gineering.

- Experience10+ years of experience in product development, mechanical design, or aerospace e
- ngineering.Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) or product industrializatio
- n projects.Experience supporting products from concept through manufacturi

ng release. Tech

- nical SkillsAdvanced proficiency with SolidWor




- ks (3D CAD).Strong under
- standing of:Mecha
- nical designStructu
- ral analysisAerospa
- ce materialsManufacturi
- ng proce
- ssesGD&TTolera;
- nce stack-upExperience usin
- g FEA tools.Knowledge of aerospace certification requirements (FAA,
- TCCA, EASA).Experience with STC development is considered a s

trong asset.

Leadership

- CompetenciesStrong project management and prioritiz
- ation skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solvi
- ng abilities.Comfortable working across multidiscip
- linary teams.Strong communication and present
- ation skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities ev

olve quickly.

Why Join

- DART Aerospace?Work on certified aerospace products
- used worldwide.Lead the introduction of innovative helicopter mis
- sion equipment.Collaborate with international engineering and manuf
- acturing teams.Influence products from concept through certification
- and production.Join a growing organization where engineering has a direct impact on bu
- siness success.Competitive compensation and comprehensive be

nefits package. Abou t DART AerospaceDART Aerospace is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, certification, and support of mission equipment for the helicopter industry. With more than 1,500 Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) and customers in over 120 countries, DART delivers creative solutions that enhance aircraft capability, safety, and operatio nal performance.If you're passionate about transforming innovative ideas into certified aerospace products and enjoy working at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing, we'd like t o hear from you.

📌 Senior NPI Engineer (Montreal)
🏢 Dart Aerospace
📍 Montreal