Bids & Proposals Engineer

Position Overview

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for discerning people, businesses, governments, and militaries. Working here means operating at the highest level: every day you contribute to delivering superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible while growing both professionally and personally.

Job Title: Job Bids & Proposals Engineer

Primary Location: Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization: Learjet Inc

Shift: Day job

Employee Status: Regular

Requisition: 9877

Key Responsibilities

• Promote the growth, profitability and competitive advantage of aftermarket products and services for Bombardier Service Centers for the Learjet, Challenger or Global product lines.
• Support the review and analysis of products to ensure overall business acumen, product standardization and cost containment.
• Collaborate with Vendors, Sales, & Product Administrators for continuous improvement of our product roadmap and portfolio, reviewing products in development to anticipate possible technical impacts.
• Act as the engineering focal point for all Bombardier model aircraft during the bid and proposal phase for customers seeking modifications to their aircraft cabin and cockpit systems.
• Address routine technical queries from team members domestically and internationally, and support ad hoc customer discussions with Sales Managers regarding cockpit and cabin upgrades.
• Represent engineering in interfacing with client technical/program office representatives and suppliers.
• Lead and drive involvement from multidisciplinary stakeholders to overcome technical roadblocks, risks, and challenges.
• Support sales meetings by providing technical insight on high-profile modifications and upgrades.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication with stakeholders – customers, management, team members, resources, and suppliers.
• Be accountable for the submission of all Engineering Bids.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in engineering and/or technical project management in the aerospace industry.
• Excellent understanding and relevant experience in aircraft product development from conceptual design to aircraft certification.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to align and influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel for creating and delivering presentations to various levels.
• Advanced skills in MS Projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of aircraft and aircraft systems. Preferred knowledge of special mission equipment is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Insurance plans: Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Disability, and more.
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

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.

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