About Us
Avion Technologies Inc. specializes in precision contract manufacturing for the aerospace, defence, and nuclear sectors—industries where quality, reliability, and compliance are non-negotiable. Avion is a trusted partner delivering mission-critical solutions to some of the most demanding applications in the world.
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Methods / Manufacturing Engineer to join our manufacturing team. This role involves developing, analyzing, and optimizing production processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical engineering knowledge and experience with industrial equipment, CAD software, and continuous improvement methodologies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative manufacturing solutions and process improvements within a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all customer purchase order requirements are clearly and concisely outlined in Work Orders and sub-tier work instructions, including drawings, part routings, manufacturing plans, and inspection plans.
- Develop machining processes/ router ( specifically lathe, milling and gear cutting) in ERP by studying customer print and other specifications requirements.
- Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Solidworks.
- Develop step by step machining operations, identify required tools to machine parts, and create stage (operation-wise) drawings.
- Create Work Orders and generate part routings in the ERP system.
- Create inspection plan and discuss with quality team for any inspection issues.
- Ensure methods of manufacture and sequence of operations are selected to maximize efficiency and productivity with available company resources.
- Explore and evaluate new technologies and methods of manufacturing, testing, quality control, and maintenance; recommend findings to the Process Engineering Supervisor and General Manager.
- Design jigs, fixtures, work-holding devices, and other manufacturing aids.
- Develop 3D models and 2D stage drawings to aid the manufacturing plan.
- Provide engineering support across the manufacturing plant, including selection of machinery, equipment, cutting tools, work-holding devices, CNC programming, inspection and testing methods, assembly layouts, and maintenance activities.
- Communicate any discrepancies in purchase order requirements or manufacturing problems to the customer; ensure resulting actions and dispositions are executed within the Company.
- Assist in preparing detailed feasibility studies, cost breakdowns, and analyses for the manufacture of parts, assemblies, and services, as directed by the General Manager and/or President.
- Ensure cost breakdowns are accurate and complete; inaccuracies can jeopardize the Company’s ability to be awarded or fulfil contracts.
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Minimum 8 years’ experience as a process planner or engineer in a AS9100 machine shop environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency in Solidworks
- Hands-on knowledge of CNC machining processes (milling, turning, gear cutting, EDM)
- Familiarity with NDT methods (penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic)
- Understanding of surface treatments: anodizing, CAD, chrome, Shot peen, primer
- Experience reading and interpreting GD&T engineering drawings.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent position
- Extended health care benefits
- Paid time off
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Opportunity for growth and advancement within the organization
Work Location: In person
Join our team where you can leverage your expertise in leading impactful projects while contributing to our organization's success. We look forward to welcoming a dynamic individual who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Can you walk me through the process from contract review to work order (WO) release for a part in an AS9100-certified machine shop?
- What industries and material types have you planned for — aerospace, defence, medical, general? Roughly what tolerances and lot sizes do you live in day to day?
- Which ERP / MES systems have you built routers in, and what did you own inside them — just entering operations, or also work centers, standards, and costing?
- How do you decide what belongs in one operation versus splitting across setups or machines? What drives the trade-off?
- How do you create stage (operation-wise) drawings? Do you drive them from the finished model, and how do you show in-process stock, datums, and dimensions the operator actually needs?
- Tell me about a time a part was scrapping on the floor and the operator was blocked. How did you get to root cause, and what did you change so it didn't come back?
Experience:
- aerospace machine shop: 8 years (required)
- SolidWorks: 2 years (required)
- CNC programming: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
