Aerospace Operations Specialist - Integration & Kitting
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
As an Aerospace Operations Specialist, you will support critical aircraft engine integration and kitting activities that keep production moving safely and on schedule. You will coordinate day‑to‑day workflows, collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams, and ensure compliance with aviation safety and airworthiness requirements in a fast‑paced MRO environment.
Responsibilities:
Operations & Execution
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Coordinate and lead day‑to‑day aerospace integration and kitting operations to support aircraft engine production schedules
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Ensure execution aligns with integration plans, priorities, and operational requirements
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Adapt workflows quickly to changing production and material demands in a production‑driven environment
Process & Continuous Improvement
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Identify opportunities to improve integration, kitting, and material flow processes
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Drive and support the implementation of standardized methods that improve efficiency, accuracy, and delivery timelines
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
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Act as the primary operational interface between Supply Chain, Asset Management, Logistics, and Production teams
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Serve as the main point of contact for internal customers regarding material availability and integration readiness
Safety & Compliance
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Ensure strict adherence to airworthiness, safety, and regulatory requirements
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Maintain operational discipline within a regulated aerospace and engine MRO environment
Qualifications:
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Experience with aircraft engine MRO operations, including Strip, Repair, and Build cycles
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Strong understanding of material flow and logistics processes (purchasing, repair, exchanges, kitting, inventory control)
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Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, production‑driven environment
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused mindset
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Comfortable working in bilingual environments (English & French)
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Proficiency with MS Office and business productivity tools
Apply Today
If you are passionate about aerospace operations, process improvement, and hands‑on problem‑solving, we’d love to meet you. Join FTAI Aviation and make a direct impact in a collaborative, high‑performance MRO environment.
What we offer you:
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Competitive compensation
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Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
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Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
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Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
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A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
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Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
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Medical Travel Insurance
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Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
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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.
