Senior Methods Agent - Mechanical Systems (Production Support)

At SOGECLAIR, we are seeking experienced Senior Methods Agents – Mechanical Systems to support production activities for the De Havilland Canada DHC-515 program in Calgary.

This position is primarily focused on production support within a Final Assembly Line environment. Candidates will act as key manufacturing methods experts directly supporting production teams by resolving installation issues, improving assembly processes, and ensuring smooth manufacturing operations.

• Translate engineering data into clear, practical assembly methods adapted to production realities.
• Define optimal assembly and installation strategies for mechanical systems and act as a technical expert.
• Define installation methods for mechanical systems on the first aircraft unit and optimize them for serial production.
• Define tooling, jigs, and equipment requirements necessary for assembly operations.
• Ensure the FAI process for mechanical systems installation.
• Support the installation and integration of aircraft mechanical systems.
• Quickly resolve technical issues encountered on the production floor in order to minimize impacts on schedule and quality.
• Provide daily support to production teams for aircraft mechanical systems installations.
• Create, review, and maintain work instructions and methods documentation related to mechanical installations.
• Participate in non-conformance analysis and technical investigations in collaboration with quality, production, and engineering teams.
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing and installation methods.
• Actively participate in ramp-up and production support activities for the DHC-515 program.
• Collaborate closely with production supervisors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure rapid resolution of technical issues.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing methods or production support.
• Strong experience with aircraft mechanical systems installation.
• Significant experience supporting Final Assembly Line (FAL) operations.
• Strong ability to work directly on the shop floor in a production support role.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings and aerospace technical documentation.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication in English.

SOGECLAIR promotes diversity and inclusion as part of essential elements of its performance and is committed to recruiting without discrimination.

📞 A quick pre-qualification phone interview

🤝 A technical and HR interview

💻 A second technical interview (optional)

🏁 Welcome aboard!

• Enjoying an international and multicultural work environment 🌎
• Having access to internal mobility opportunities
• Gaining valuable knowledge through continuous training 🎓
• Benefiting from a range of social benefits and advantages: RRSP (with employer contribution), group insurance (50% employer coverage), telecare , 5 personal days, and an additional week off during the holiday season

With over 60 years of expertise, SOGECLAIR is a provider of innovative solutions for more sustainable and safer mobility. Present internationally, SOGECLAIR has expanded its expertise beyond borders, thus enhancing its capacity to innovate and collaborate with partners worldwide.

• Trust and teamwork 💙
• Performance and innovation 💡
• Responsibility and commitment 🤝
• Fairness and business ethics ⚖️

SOGECLAIR DIGITAL ENGINEERING strengthens and develops engineering projects within the group, characterized by a diversity of expertise areas. As a human-scale company, SOGECLAIR and its expert teams offer a wide range of mechanical engineering skills, from R&D phases to service support.

Our expertise: aerostructures and systems installation, aircraft cabin interiors, industrialization, configuration management, management and operations consulting, product and process performance, digital transformation, operational excellence and environmental transition.

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*Permis agence de place ment de personnel : AP-2000454

*Permis agence de recrutement de travailleurs étrangers temporaires : AR-2000453