Tooling Engineer
Location: Montreal, Quebec
ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)
FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.
FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.
JOB OVERVIEW
FTAI Aviation’s Innovation Group is the company’s strategic engine for developing next‑generation aviation technologies. The team supports daily operations while driving improvement initiatives that accelerate both financial and technological growth.
We are currently seeking a Tooling Engineer to support FTAI’s aeroderivative engine development program. In this role, you will play a critical part in the introduction of new engine components by designing specialized tooling, supporting new‑make parts, and providing manufacturing input early in the design process to ensure efficient and repeatable production.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with design, manufacturing, and shop floor teams on cutting‑edge engine programs from concept through production.
Join the Innovation Team and be part of a dynamic organization shaping the future of aviation!
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop specialized tooling for the manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and maintenance of aeroderivative engine components.
- Collaborate closely with design engineers to ensure new part concepts are manufacturable and aligned with tooling and production capabilities.
- Support the introduction of new part designs, including the development of fixtures, jigs, gauges, lifting devices, and shop aids.
- Create detailed technical documentation such as CAD models, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Validate tooling through fit checks, capability studies, and verification of compliance with engineering requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent discipline from an accredited university.
- Between five (5) and ten (10) years of relevant industry experience in tooling or manufacturing engineering, ideally within aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Experience working with complex GD&T and applying DFM/DFA/DFX principles.
- Familiarity with part and assembly quality inspection processes.
- Experience with additive manufacturing (3D printing) technologies.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or CATIA.
- Strong project management capabilities.
- Excellent analytical abilities and strong teamwork skills.
Apply Today
- Contribute directly to the development of FTAI’s next aeroderivative engine platform.
- Join FTAI Aviation’s Innovation Team and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, high‑performance environment focused on technical excellence and continuous improvement.
What we offer you:
- Competitive compensation
- Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
- Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
- Medical Travel Insurance
- Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
Equal Opportunity Statement:
FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.
Language Requirements in Quebec:
Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed.
