Project Planning Engineer

About This Role

At CAE our teams are committed to staying innovative and on the leading edge. It is therefore essential to keep improving all the tools and software we have developed. Thats why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

The role we are offering you:

• Develop and maintain aircraft maintenance schedules using EFMS and technical manuals.
• Forecast component overhaul and expiry timelines based on usage rates and vendor turnaround times.
• Generate and analyze reports to support procurement maintenance planning and flying operations.
• Collaborate with engineering procurement and program management to meet operational goals.
• Use SQL and data tools to extract insights and improve planning accuracy.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support long-term maintenance strategies.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 35 years of experience in aircraft maintenance planning process engineering or a related aerospace role.
• Experience working with Electronic Fleet Maintenance Systems (EFMS) or similar maintenance management software.
• Familiarity with military or government aviation programs (e.g. CMAT NFTC) is an asset.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance cycles rotable components and overhaul planning.
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations and documentation standards (e.g. Technical Airworthiness Manual).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization/reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Eligibility to work in Canada.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

CAE offers:

• Benefits: fully flexible for you to choose what is important
• Retirement: Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Financial Perks: Employee Stock Purchase Plan & numerous corporate discounts
• Personal and Family Programs: Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
• Fun at work: social and community events all-year round!

At CAE we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. Around the globe were everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. Today and tomorrow well make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Come and share your passion with us!

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race nationality colour religion sex gender indentity and expression sexual orientation disability neurodiversity veteran status age or other characteristics protected by local laws.

If you dont see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at