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 2,400 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.

The Manager, Flight Test leads the flight test team, and coordinates resource planning and supports Flight/Ground Testing within our aircraft programs. This role is instrumental in planning and overseeing critical pilot and flight test resources to ensure protected, efficient, and on-time execution of flight test related milestones, while ensuring compliance with regulations and approved Flight Test and Flight Operations Procedures.

Key Responsibilities





Manage end-to-end planning and execution of flight test-related projects, including production, flight test programs, and aircraft delivery and demo preparations.

Manage Flight Test Vehicles, including assigning test activities in coordination with the Engineering department.

Coordinate cross-functional efforts between pilots, flight test engineering, MRO / AMO, and production.

Develop detailed schedules and resource allocations to meet program timelines and airworthiness requirements.

Oversee schedule for ground tests and flights, including aircraft readiness, crew coordination, regulatory documentation, and risk assessments.

Support regulatory engagement and compliance with TC, FAA, EASA, and other civil aviation authorities for flight operations and testing.

Drive continuous improvement in flight operations processes, safety protocols, and ground-to-air coordination.

Serve as the primary liaison between Flight Ops and Flight Test engineering, production, manufacturing, MRO and AMO to coordinate an effective schedule.

Serve as the primary liaison between Flight Operations and Pacific Sky Aviation.

Monitor project status and elevate risks or issues as necessary.

Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence within flight Operations

Plan, manage, and execute a wide range of projects to schedule, cost, and targets.





Lead by example to cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Plan, manage and maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) for flight Operations

Support improvement initiatives to make processes better.

Manage the control of crew documents and records and day-to-day control of document systems. Oversee the administration of Document Control functions within the business, including maintaining document control policies and procedures and controlling Quality Systems.

Track all costs associated with Flight Operations

Approve invoices from contractors and suppliers

Approve all Timesheets for Flight Operations employees below manager

Administrator/Owner of Flight Operations SharePoint and Teams

Develop and maintain document control for SharePoint, Teams and Foreflight for QA

Maintain all training records for Pilots and FTEs

Coordinate all aircraft international deliveries, demos and ferry’s and track all associated costs

Build international trip estimates for potential customers

Be the focal for the Monthly Operational Review (MOR) and set Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for Flight Operations

Collect and extract all relevant data for the MOR

Qualifications

Bachelors degree

10+ years of Flight Operations experience preferred

Solid understanding of flight operations, aircraft systems, and the AMO/MRO

Experience coordinating with pilots, flight test engineers, MRO/AMO, and ground operations teams.

Familiarity with certification requirements and procedures (Canadian Aircraft Regulations)

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency in project management

📌 Manager, Flight Test (Calgary)
🏢 De Havilland Aircraft of Canada
📍 Calgary