Product Development Technician, Metallurgical

Product Development Technician, Metallurgical

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defense and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and we believe in one truth: people create value.

We are recruiting for a Product Development Technician, Metallurgical. This is a new, full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm with occasional overtime as needed.

The Product Development Technician supports metallurgical development of new products, process optimization, and technical troubleshooting within the sand casting foundry. This role collaborates closely with dimensional product development, process engineering, quality control, and production teams to ensure castings meet metallurgical requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design gating systems for aluminum and magnesium castings and perform solidification modeling.
• Maintain project milestones and customer communications.
• Support tooling design and revisions in collaboration with tooling technicians and pattern suppliers.
• Conduct process trials for new or modified castings, documenting results and tracking improvements.
• Review dimensional inspections with tooling technicians.
• Analyze casting defects and assist in root cause investigations.
• Maintain process documentation including work instructions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scrap and re-work reduction.

• College or university diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or foundry operations is an asset
• Experience in aluminum and magnesium sand castings
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or similar)
• Proficiency with MS Office or equivalent
• Proficiency with MS Project
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Maintain professionalism, accountability, and integrity
• Comfortable in both office and plant-floor environments
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting
• Ability to travel to suppliers and customers

Security Requirements:

• We conduct a criminal record check on all new hires
• We conduct a government controlled goods program check on all new hires
• Must be able to give three references to verify your identity

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What we offer

• Opportunity to enhance your ERP support knowledge (subject matter expert)
• Career advancement opportunities within the organization
• A collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly influence system and process improvements

Magellan Aerospace Haley division is nestled in the Ottawa Valley one hour north of Ottawa. We live in an outdoor playground where there is no shortage of fun for the outdoor enthusiast such as hiking, kayaking, canoeing, snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, beaches and world-class whitewater. The Ottawa Valley is truly an amazing area within which to live and enjoy nature!

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protested veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We appreciate all applicants for their submissions. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch.