Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief — Lead, Schedule & Quality

AME; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Aviation Maintenance Solutions (AMS) in Ottawa, ON is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief. This full-time role focuses on coordinating maintenance activities, supervising AMEs, and maintaining records to ensure safety and efficiency.

Strong leadership and adherence to CARs are essential. Applicants must hold a Transport Canada AME license (M1/M2) and have excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with customers and internal teams to resolve defects and improve

Qualifications

• TC AME license (M1 or M2) is required.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, directives and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of CARs and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, logs, and reports.
• Supervise AMEs and apprentices and review timesheets.
• Ensure task cards are closed promptly and accurately.
• Enforce safety and quality procedures and train junior staff.
• Interface with customers for defect approvals and updates.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

Safety awareness

Technical reading

Problem solving

Education

Transport Canada AME license (M1/M2)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smart Aviation Maintenance Solutions (AMS) in Ottawa, ON is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief. This full-time role focuses on coordinating maintenance activities, supervising AMEs, and maintaining records to ensure safety and efficiency.

Strong leadership and adherence to CARs are essential. Applicants must hold a Transport Canada AME license (M1/M2) and have excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with customers and internal teams to resolve defects and improve