What are the responsibilities and job description for the Methods & Material Engineer position at Bombardier?
Posting Start Date: 6/17/26
Requisition ID: 13952
Wichita, KS, USA, 67209
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:
What are your contributions to the team?
Aid in loading ModNotice / Hold Kit BOM and maintaining assigned aircraft downtime shortages to a minimal level
Execute in analyzing and providing status on shortages and availability by project and aircraft for all assigned activities
Analyze and track engineering drawing packages
Organize and request planning assignments for ModNotice creation and review by Senior Methods & Material Engineer
Post ModNotice and maintain the index at the aircraft
Monitor current 14, 30 and 60 day look ahead schedules to comprehend order of priorities of needed deliverables
Monitor the established aircraft spares list
Coordinate with the Engineering Group(s) for changes to the aircraft spares list with Lead assistance
Monitor the stockroom kits for new parts requirements, kit requirements and for de-marshal after installations are complete
Support team in interfacing with Projects, Engineering groups and Procurement Buyers to establish achievable goals and schedules
Track parts that are being fabricated through the manufacturing process
Support team with researching new requirements as they become available from Engineering
Monitor aircraft FPS (Flight Preparation Sheet) system daily to be proactive and identify new requirements including RSI's (Restrictions and Special Instructions)
Negotiate and acquire deliverables by practical methods to sustain aircraft schedule
Ensure that deliverables are available to support aircraft schedule and highlight significant project issues to management
Support "walk-up" questions related to parts or methods
Create purchase requisitions for necessary raw material, parts and outside processing and or equipment rental
How to thrive in this role?
Typically 3-4 years experience in Methods, Material Planning, or related area
Mechanical aptitude
Basic knowledge of CATIA v4 and/or v5
Basic knowledge of aircraft systems
Basic knowledge of aircraft parts and location of installations
Working knowledge of blueprint drawings
Basic of inventory systems and data transfer
Leadership skills to effectively address complex, controversial, technical issues to staff, Senior Management, and groups which individual may liaison with
Planning and organizational skills necessary to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload of assigned area and employees within a multiple project setting
Presentation skills necessary to communicate project status and performance
Computer skills necessary to learn and/or operate work processing, spreadsheet, database, email and web-based applications
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, employees, management and contractors
Ability to adapt to changing work schedules
Manufacturing background preferred
Flexibility to travel when project needs arise
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 Methods & Material Engineer
Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet
Organization Learjet Inc
Shift
Employee Status Regular
Requisition 13952 Methods & Material Engineer
Requisition ID: 13952
Wichita, KS, USA, 67209
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?
Aid in loading ModNotice / Hold Kit BOM and maintaining assigned aircraft downtime shortages to a minimal level
Execute in analyzing and providing status on shortages and availability by project and aircraft for all assigned activities
Analyze and track engineering drawing packages
Organize and request planning assignments for ModNotice creation and review by Senior Methods & Material Engineer
Post ModNotice and maintain the index at the aircraft
Monitor current 14, 30 and 60 day look ahead schedules to comprehend order of priorities of needed deliverables
Monitor the established aircraft spares list
Coordinate with the Engineering Group(s) for changes to the aircraft spares list with Lead assistance
Monitor the stockroom kits for new parts requirements, kit requirements and for de-marshal after installations are complete
Support team in interfacing with Projects, Engineering groups and Procurement Buyers to establish achievable goals and schedules
Track parts that are being fabricated through the manufacturing process
Support team with researching new requirements as they become available from Engineering
Monitor aircraft FPS (Flight Preparation Sheet) system daily to be proactive and identify new requirements including RSI's (Restrictions and Special Instructions)
Negotiate and acquire deliverables by practical methods to sustain aircraft schedule
Ensure that deliverables are available to support aircraft schedule and highlight significant project issues to management
Support "walk-up" questions related to parts or methods
Create purchase requisitions for necessary raw material, parts and outside processing and or equipment rental
How to thrive in this role?
Typically 3-4 years experience in Methods, Material Planning, or related area
Mechanical aptitude
Basic knowledge of CATIA v4 and/or v5
Basic knowledge of aircraft systems
Basic knowledge of aircraft parts and location of installations
Working knowledge of blueprint drawings
Basic of inventory systems and data transfer
Leadership skills to effectively address complex, controversial, technical issues to staff, Senior Management, and groups which individual may liaison with
Planning and organizational skills necessary to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload of assigned area and employees within a multiple project setting
Presentation skills necessary to communicate project status and performance
Computer skills necessary to learn and/or operate work processing, spreadsheet, database, email and web-based applications
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, employees, management and contractors
Ability to adapt to changing work schedules
Manufacturing background preferred
Flexibility to travel when project needs arise
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 Methods & Material Engineer
Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet
Organization Learjet Inc
Shift
Employee Status Regular
Requisition 13952 Methods & Material Engineer