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Bids & Proposal Engineer (Technical Focal), Bombardier Defense

Bombardier
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026
Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

  • Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
  • Competitive base salary
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tele Health Program


What are your contributions to the team?

  • Act as the engineering and project focal for missionized aircraft in the of the bid and proposal phase in Bombardier Defense
  • Act as the representative of engineering with respect to Programs as well as the interface with the client technical/program office representatives and suppliers
  • Develop schedules, milestones and estimate budgets for technical activities to meet customer requests
  • Lead and drive the involvement and inputs from multidisciplinary stakeholders to find solutions to technical roadblocks, risks and challenges
  • Ensure that all technical activities are harmonized and that the delivery of all requirements are done as per the schedule
  • Coordinate engineering resources to execute on the plan as well as identifying risks and facilitating the resolution of issues
  • Communicate with stakeholders (customer, management, team, resources, supplier) such that there is solid alignment and coordination
  • Be accountable for the submission of all deliverables
  • Manage schedule, facilitate and coordinate key milestones activities in support of program/project (internal and external)
  • Responsible to engage and coordinate the supplier activities during the bidding phase


How to thrive in this role?

  • You hold a Bachelor degree in Engineering;
  • You have at least 10 years of experience in engineering and/or technical project management in the aerospace industry;
  • You possess an excellent understanding and relevant experience in the aircraft product development from conceptual design to aircraft certification;
  • You demonstrate strong leadership and communication skill such that you are able to communicate, align and influence stakeholders;
  • You must have strong communication skills to ensure clear consistent and timely information sharing within the team and across functional areas;
  • You must have proficiency in MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel to generate and give presentations to various levels in the company;
  • You must have strong skills in MS Projects;
  • You have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and preferred knowledge of special mission equipment;
  • You have knowledge of ITAR regulations and previous experience in government and/or military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset;
  • You may be required to travel and work extended hours when required
  • You are eligible to view and handle ITAR material.


Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Bids & Proposal Engineer (Technical Focal), Bombardier Defense

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

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