Role Overview
CAE is hiring a Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN. This is a full-time role in Montreal. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Our engineers are the technical visionaries behind our innovative solutions. Globally recognized for delivering cutting-edge systems, you’ll tackle complex challenges, collaborate across functions, and lead advancements that shape our industry. Supported by a culture of flexibility, growth, and innovation, join us to create a lasting legacy in safety and simulation.
About this role Are you passionate about innovating manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance processes, as well as team management? Are you looking for a work environment where you can tackle challenges, innovate, use cutting-edge tools, and collaborate with experts from various fields? Do you want to join a world-class company, an industry leader, and be proud to contribute to our projects and mission? Come join our team and share your passion with us!
The role we offer you: As a Senior Service Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, you will be responsible for driving the execution and evolution of configuration, manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance processes for CAE’s plants located in Saint-Laurent. Your team will consist of the department heads leading manufacturing engineering at CAE. You will have the opportunity to directly influence the future of technical processes within the plant, as well as the profitability of execution. You will report directly to the Director of Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.
Are you ready to take on the following tasks? Supervision: Supervise the achievements, budgets, execution, and improvement strategies of the following teams:
- Product Configuration
- CNC Programming
- Jigs and Tooling
- Prototyping Center
- Assembly Methods
- Equipment and Machine Maintenance
- Eng Support (ANDON)
Responsibilities
- Implement processes such as assembly instructions, “TPM” maintenance plans, new tooling and jigs, etc., to maximize profitability, resilience, and predictability of our operations.
- Collaborate with production managers, the planning and performance team, mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as the industrialization project office to drive product and process innovation.
- Create and mentor the product configuration team to enable standardized manufacturing of our varied products, working closely with the product definition team, sales team, and hardware engineering team.
- Establish a structure for monitoring and controlling the collective and individual objectives of the manufacturing engineering department.
- Ensure the efficiency, resilience, and flexibility of the manufacturing engineering execution teams.
- Integrate execution tools with the systems used by the planning and performance team.
Minimum Qualifications
- Engineering degree
- Solid team management experience
- Ability to quickly adapt to changes
- Excellent communication skills in French and English
- Strong decision-making leadership
- Good technical knowledge to challenge existing processes and encourage continuous improvements
- Experience in industrial and process innovation
Preferred Qualifications
- Good mastery of continuous improvement concepts
- Good experience managing execution teams
- Ability to understand technical details when necessary
- Good budget and schedule management skills
- A results-oriented philosophy
CAE Offers
- Flexible and modern work environments
- A collaborative workplace
- A dynamic and innovative environment
- Training and skills development opportunities
About CAE
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
Data Privacy
Privacy Statement | CAE
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN position at CAE?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to CAE. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN position at CAE located?
This position is based in Montreal. CAE has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN at CAE earn?
CAE has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN role at CAE posted?
This role was posted on April 21, 2026 (47 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Manager - Manufacturing Engineering-EN role at CAE require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. CAE lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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