Chief Technical Integrator - Freighters

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.
Job Summary
The Chief Technical Integrator – Freighters is responsible for integrated technical leadership and execution of De Havilland freighter conversion and cargo aircraft development programs, including Large Cargo Door (LCD), Package Freighter, Quick Change, Cargo Combi, and future special mission cargo variants. The role provides cross-functional engineering coordination and technical accountability for complex modification programs without direct reports.
Acting as the primary engineering focal point for freighter projects, the Chief Technical Integrator leads multidisciplinary teams through the development, certification, implementation, and entry-into-service phases of aircraft conversion programs. The role ensures technical solutions are safe, certifiable, manufacturable, supportable, and aligned with customer and business requirements.
Direct Accountabilities
Lead multidisciplinary engineering activities supporting freighter conversion and cargo aircraft modification programs across applicable DHC platforms.
Serve as the technical integration focal point between Structures, Systems, Interiors, Loads, Stress, Materials, Certification, Airworthiness, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Support, and Program Management organizations.
Develop and execute technical plans supporting cargo conversion programs from concept development through certification and production implementation.
Lead technical reviews and design integration activities to ensure requirements are properly defined, allocated, and achieved.
Drive resolution of complex technical issues affecting certification, manufacturability, installation, structural performance, cargo operations, maintainability, and aircraft performance.
Coordinate engineering activities supporting Large Cargo Door installations, cargo handling systems, package freighter conversions, quick change configurations, and combi aircraft modifications.
Support customer-specific freighter modification projects and special mission cargo applications.
Provide technical leadership for certification planning and compliance demonstration activities supporting Transport Canada, FAA, EASA, and other applicable regulatory authorities.
Identify technical risks, schedule drivers, certification challenges, and implementation constraints while developing effective mitigation plans.
Support production introduction, fleet entry-into-service, and post-certification technical issue resolution activities.
Contribute to product strategy and development of future freighter, cargo, and special mission aircraft offerings.
Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Materials, or related Engineering discipline.
Experience, Skills, and attitude
Progressive aerospace engineering experience supporting aircraft development, certification, modification, production, or sustaining engineering activities.
Strong understanding of Transport Canada, FAA, and EASA certification requirements applicable to aircraft modifications and cargo conversions.
Demonstrated experience leading complex multidisciplinary engineering projects in an aircraft OEM, approved design organization, or modification environment.
Strong understanding of aircraft structures, systems integration, certification processes, and engineering change management.
Demonstrates technical leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capability.
Strong analytical, organizational, project execution, and problem-solving skills.
Licensed or eligible for licensing as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
Demonstrates strong aerospace engineering judgment and technical credibility across multiple disciplines.
Builds alignment and trust across Engineering, Manufacturing, Certification, Airworthiness, Program Management, and customer organizations.
Successfully delivers freighter conversion and modification programs that meet technical, certification, schedule, and business objectives.
Drives accountability, execution discipline, and proactive risk management throughout program lifecycles.
Promotes practical, certifiable, manufacturable, maintainable, and customer-focused engineering solutions.
Contributes to the growth and success of DHC freighter and cargo aircraft product offerings.
Fosters a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance engineering culture through technical leadership and influence.
Why work at De Havilland?
De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.
Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world-making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.
In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:
Competitive wages
Paid vacation
Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
Life insurance
RRSP/DPSP Plan
Employee and family assistance program
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.