Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

KASI Aviation; Dorval; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

RRSP matching

Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Extended Health Care

no cost Life Insurance

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Health Spending Account

Lifestyle Spending Account

Job summary

KASI Aviation Services Inc. (KASI), part of Hexagon, is a North American flight service provider and leader in airborne Lidar and Bathymetric survey operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer M1 license and have experience performing inspections, repairs, and modifications in compliance with Transport Canada regulations. A commitment to safety and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold an AME License “M” (Transport Canada) and have minimum 2 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience with Navajo and Chieftain aircraft and TIO-540 engines is a strong asset.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with attention to safety and detail.

Responsibilities

• Line maintenance in the hangar and on-field maintenance events.
• Travel to meet aircraft and pilot for on-site maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance and document work in maintenance software.
• Communicate snags and coordinate planned maintenance with base operations.

Skills

AME License M1

Aircraft maintenance experience

English proficiency

French (intermediate)

TIO-540 engine experience

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Job description

*Position includes both on-site work at our hangar as well as regular travel from spring to fall supporting remote aerial surveying projects.

KASI Aviation Services Inc. (KASI), part of Hexagon, is a North American flight service provider and leader in airborne Lidar and Bathymetric survey operations. We operate a meticulously maintained fleet of uniquely modified aircraft and provide worldwide, full flight services to companies who conduct comprehensive airborne surveys. Our fleet consists mostly of Piper PA-31 aircraft; the twin engine reliability, stability and versatility make it the aircraft of choice for airborne survey work. Founded in 2008, we are a global organization whose success is born from our strong focus of working together with a team spirit. Learn more at kasiaviation.com/air/.

Hexagon, with 24,000 employees in 50 countries and net sales of 5.5bn EUR, is a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions that are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, and quality across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, safety, and mobility applications. Learn more at hexagon.com.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in aircraft maintenance. They must hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer M1 license and have experience performing inspections, repairs, and modifications in compliance with Transport Canada regulations. A commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues are essential. The candidate should also demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing operational demands, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Experience with Navajo and Chieftain aircraft and proficiency in using maintenance tracking software are considered strong assets.

Responsibilities

• Line maintenance in the hangar
• Travel to meet aircraft and pilot for on-field maintenance events
• Conduct preventative maintenance on the aircraft systems, replacing parts and documenting work done on the aircraft in maintenance software
• Communicate snags, issues, and observations to the PRM, and help coordinate planned maintenance events with the base of operations.

Qualifications

• Hold an AME License “M” from Transport Canada (M1).
• Minimum 2 years experience in the maintenance of civil or military aircraft.
• Experience with TIO-540 engines.
• Can work collaboratively with members of various teams.
• Must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability to change and shifting priorities and have the ability to stay calm under pressure. Can draw from a range of practices to implement innovative solutions to a variety of problems. Has ability to contribute to the successful implementation of change.
• Excellent English verbal and written skills and intermediate French verbal required.

In addition to competitive compensation and an engaging and collaborative business culture, KASI offers a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP matching
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Extended Health Care
• no cost Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program as well as wellness spending accounts including a Health Spending Account and a Lifestyle Spending Account

At KASI, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer, and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

At Hexagon, we work to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work. We know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees, and that diversity of thought makes us better each day.