Test Laboratory Engineer

A Quebec flagship on the international stage

The third largest global player in the landing gear industry, Héroux-Devtek serves the civil and military aerospace markets from facilities located in North America and Europe. A true Quebec flagship, Héroux-Devtek stands out through the quality of its products, its international presence, and its customer service for more than 80 years.

Information about the division:

Located in Saint-Hubert, on Montreal’s South Shore, Héroux-Devtek’s engineering office is where everything begins. It is in our bright building and away from traffic jams that we design, test, and qualify the landing gear of tomorrow.

In an exceptional work environment where teamwork and group BBQs go hand in hand, our engineers and technicians leave nothing to chance; the smallest details of every part are analyzed to ensure that our products meet the highest industry standards. Teamwork and a multidisciplinary approach are the key to our success and make Héroux-Devtek an innovative and agile company.

What do we offer?

• Leaders who are invested in your success every day
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and hybrid work schedules (depending on responsibilities)
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the Employee Assistance Program (24/7)
• A comprehensive group insurance plan and a competitive retirement plan
• Coverage of professional association membership fees
• Funding for additional technical, language, and behavioral training relevant to the role and development
• Social activities for all employees (BBQs, Golf, Christmas Parties, etc.) and unlimited hot beverages!
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a people-focused management style.

Position summary

Reporting to the Test Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for developing, conducting, and analyzing qualification tests for our landing gear in our unique facilities located directly in Saint-Hubert. Your challenge: subject our products, critical aircraft components, to extreme conditions to ensure they meet the very high standards of the industry.

Our landing gear undergoes fatigue, endurance, extreme environmental conditions, vibration, drop, and many other tests. You will work with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. You will collaborate in the design and installation of test rigs, take charge of test planning and execution, and be responsible for the documentation related to these tests.

Are you our ideal candidate?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or Aeronautical Engineering
• Experience in mechanical testing
• Experience with PID control systems (MTS, Moog, etc.)
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Strong technical writing skills in English
• Bilingualism in French and English

The Culture and Work Environment

Are you recognized for your adaptability and ability to learn? Do you enjoy challenging yourself and developing in technically complex environments? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a friendly environment where skills development is at the center of its priorities. Here, employees are at the heart of the creation of a complex product that is developed through engineering centers, manufacturing plants, a service unit, and a head office that remains close to the reality of these units.

Join a leading team and become part of a motivating team!