Bombardier

Senior Project Engineer, Bids and Proposals

Bombardier Wichita, KS

Why join us?

Bombardier Defense proudly unites expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedication to forge the future of military aviation. We are dedicated to forging the future of military aviation by enabling persistent airborne solutions for our special missions’ customers.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

Our employees are expected to bring their authentic selves to work because we firmly believe our people are at the heart of our success. We are mindful of our employees’ well-being and are consistently working to improve upon our benefits package:

  • Competitive salary and short-term incentive based on company performance.
  • Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
  • 10 personal and sick days (up to 130 days cumulative)
  • Flexible group insurance program (Supplementary maternity benefits, medical, dental, travel, life, short- & long-term disability)
  • Flex Dollars Allocation (Wellness, Health, and Group RRSP)
  • Tele-health program
  • Share Purchase and Pension Plan
  • Learning opportunities through the Bombardier Academy of Learning


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.
  • Per US ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).
  • You possess an excellent understanding and relevant experience in the aircraft product development from conceptual design to aircraft certification.
  • 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 knowledge of ITAR regulations and previous experience in government and/or military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset.


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

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 Senior Project Engineer, Bids and Proposals

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 2314 Senior Project Engineer, Bids and Proposals
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering
  • Industries

    Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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