Air Weapons Systems Technician

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Montreal; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Air Weapons Systems Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining aircraft air weapons systems. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to serve in the military, ensuring safety and efficiency in explosive handling and aircraft operations. With comprehensive training and potential for career progression, you'll gain valuable skills in a supportive environment. Whether stationed at air bases or deployed internationally, your contributions will be vital to the success of military operations. Embrace this chance to make a difference while enjoying competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or specific skills required.
• Training includes Basic Military Qualification and specialized courses.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, and repair Air Weapons Systems.
• Perform quality assurance checks and maintain records.
• Handle aircraft operations including parking and refueling.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Explosives Handling

Quality Assurance

Mathematics

Education

Grade 10 or Secondary 4

Tools

Tools and Test Equipment

Aircraft Support Equipment

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Overview

As a member of the military, Air Weapons Systems Technicians maintain aircraft air weapons systems. They also perform explosives storage and handling, and provide Explosive Ordnance Disposal duties for the Air Force.

Their primary responsibilities are to:

• Test, inspect and repair Air Weapons Systems
• Perform quality assurance checks
• Prepare and maintain aircraft forms and statistical data
• Perform aircraft handling tasks that include:

• Parking
• Towing
• Marshalling
• Starting
• Refueling
• Cleaning
• De-icing
• Loading/unloading weapons
• Weapons systems

• Operate aircraft support equipment

Work environment

Air Weapons Systems Technicians are employed primarily at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, shop environments and on flight lines. They may also perform duties onboard ships at sea or at deployed airfields, including some airborne tasks. Employment locations vary from Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) wings and bases across Canada, including the Arctic, to international sites.

If you join the Regular Force, after training, you'll be assigned to your first base, with possible relocations. In the Primary Reserve, you'll serve part-time at a local unit, typically one night per week and some weekends, with potential for full-time deployment.

Entry plans

• Direct Entry Options

No prior experience or specific skills are required. Recruiters will assess if your interests and attributes match the role.

The minimum education requirement is Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec, including Grade 10 Math or equivalents. Foreign education may be accepted.

Training

The initial training is Basic Military Qualification, followed by specialized training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering in Borden, Ontario, lasting about 32 weeks. It covers:

• Tools and Test Equipment
• Aircraft and AMSE Records
• Flight Line Servicing
• Maintaining Aircraft Weapon Systems
• Loading/Unloading Operations
• Explosives Inventory and Storage
• Disposal of Surplus Ammunition

Opportunities for advanced and specialized courses are available, including:

• Conventional Munitions Disposal
• IED Disposal
• Missile Maintenance
• Range Specialist
• Instructional Techniques
• Type Courses
• Lifecycle Management

Career progression may include advanced training in administration and leadership.

Part-time options

Available for Primary Reserve members, serving part-time at local units, with options for deployment and full-time service temporarily. They receive pay, benefits, and pension contributions comparable to the Regular Force.

Related Careers

• Weapons Technician – Land
• Gunner
• Ammunition Technician

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT