Aircraft Maintenance

Lockheed Martin; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Canada is seeking an avionics maintenance professional to oversee general services, repairs, and overhauls of aircraft and engines, with responsibility for ensuring airworthiness and safety. The role requires inspection oversight, adherence to manuals, and potential license eligibility under FAA/AME/AVS streams.

The position involves avionics maintenance on the RCAF CC130J Hercules Fleet based at 8 Wing Trenton, coordinating with the CFO in Trenton.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following eligibility streams: hold a current Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) “E” license, or be qualified as an Avionics Technician (AVS) with the Canadian Forces, and held a minimum Level A authorization.
• Have a minimum of 6 months experience on heavy aircraft within the last 24 months.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel and work on or off-site Mobile Repair Parties.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical documentation such as manuals, drawings and data packages.

Responsibilities

• Detect aircraft avionics problems and adjust/repair systems resolving all defects/unserviceabilities on avionics systems, including disassembly, replacement and reassembly; and related systems support such as disturbed systems checks and avionics functional checks.
• Repair and overhaul of aircraft avionics systems.
• Install or modify avionics.
• Perform routine maintenance.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor; and
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Ability to work shift work as required

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Electrical systems knowledge

Flight safety compliance

Travel readiness

Job description

Standard Job Description Manages general services, repairs, and overhauls of aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that aircraft are in good mechanical condition and safe for flight. Directs periodic inspections and general overhaul and repairs or modifications requiring replacement and assembly of parts. Consults manufacturers manuals for specifications and determines feasibility of repair or replacement. May require FAA aircraft and engine mechanic license.

Standard Job Description Manages general services, repairs, and overhauls of aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that aircraft are in good mechanical condition and safe for flight. Directs periodic inspections and general overhaul and repairs or modifications requiring replacement and assembly of parts. Consults manufacturers manuals for specifications and determines feasibility of repair or replacement. May require FAA aircraft and engine mechanic license.

The chosen applicant will be responsible for conducting avionics maintenance, repair and modification on the RCAF CC130J Hercules Fleet operated and maintained at 8 Wing Trenton. This position will work directly with the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Contractor Field Office (CFO) at Trenton.

Responsibilities

• Detect aircraft avionics problems and adjust/repair systems resolving all defects/unserviceabilities on avionics systems, including disassembly, replacement and reassembly; and related systems support such as disturbed systems checks and avionics functional checks. according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and procedures;
• Repair and overhaul of aircraft avionics systems;
• Install or modify avionics;
• Perform routine maintenance;
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor; and
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Basic Qualifications

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• Must meet one of the following eligibility streams:
• hold a current Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) “E” license, or
• be qualified as an Avionics Technician (AVS) with the Canadian Forces, and held a minimum Level A authorization.
• Have a minimum of 6 months experience on heavy aircraft within the last 24 months.
• Basic to detailed knowledge of aircraft avionics systems including but not limited to communications, navigational, radar, data management, instrument and electrical power distribution systems.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting technical documentation such as technical manuals, drawings and technical data packages, engineering dispositions and instructions and associated data.
• Must demonstrate a compliant and skilled level of proficiency, which is acquired by course or on the job training and practical experience, for authorization of Maintenance Release (DND – Level A), and must demonstrate a detailed understanding of airworthiness requirements for authorization to perform airworthiness functions.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel and work on or off-site Mobile Repair Parties.

Ability to work shift work as required

Desired Skills

Desired skills, qualifications and experience

• Completed C130J Hercules type course and qualified on-type;
• Hold a current C130J Hercules endorsement/authorization.
• Basic to detailed knowledge in carrying out instructions, accessing and using applicable electrical technical manuals and general wiring practices standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Customer focused
• Military experience