Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Ministry-of-Natural-Resources-and-Forestr; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Comprehensive health plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to maintain the provincial air fleet and support AFFES operations. This permanent role offers competitive wages and benefits.

The successful candidate will analyze defects, assist with loading, perform repairs, and maintain records in accordance with Transport Canada CARs, with opportunities for growth within OPS.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada AME licence (M1 and/or M2) required.
• Valid class G driver's licence or equivalent, with proof upon hire.
• Ability to obtain passport and airport security clearance.
• Ability to lift and manipulate aircraft components with dexterity.
• Experience interpreting CARs and aircraft regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the ministry's provincial air fleet in airworthy condition per Transport Canada manuals.
• Analyze pilot-reported flight defects.
• Assist pilots with loading aircraft and securing cargo.
• Install and remove special or environmental aircraft equipment.
• Maintain accurate aircraft maintenance records.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Technical problem-solving

Interpretation of schematics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Transport Canada AME licence (M1/M2)

Tools

Precision tools

Aircraft test equipment

Computerized maintenance system

Job description

Apply By: Monday, November 30, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Provincial Services Division - Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services Branch

City: Sault Ste Marie

Position(s) language:

Job term: 2 Permanent

Job code: $57.77 - $61.90 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a self-motivated and team oriented individual, looking for a rewarding career opportunity to utilize your expertise in aircraft maintenance? If so, then consider an exciting opportunity with the Aviation Services maintenance section.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

About the job

In this role, you will:

• maintain the ministry's provincial air fleet in an airworthy condition in accordance with regulations established by Transport Canada airworthiness manuals, air navigation orders, air regulation and directions issued by Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES)
• analyze pilot reported flight defects
• assist pilots with loading aircraft and secure cargo
• install and remove special or environmental aircraft equipment
• maintain accurate aircraft maintenance records

Mandatory requirements

• You must have a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence rated at category M1 and/or M2.
• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid restricted radio operator's certificate (aeronautical).
• You have the ability to obtain a valid passport and airport security clearance per Transport Canada Requirements.
• You can handle a high degree of physical exertion to lift and manipulate aircraft components, as well as a high degree of coordination and dexterity.

Technical expertise:

• You have working knowledge of and ability to interpret Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and standards relating to aircraft maintenance services.
• You have working knowledge of the proper function of and experience in repair and diagnosing defects in engines, flight systems (i.e. helicopter field practices), hydraulic systems, avionics systems, undercarriage systems and propulsion systems.
• You have the ability to use precision tools, hand tools and related aircraft test equipment.
• You have the ability to carry out minor and major repairs on aircraft.

Analytical and interpretation skills:

• You have the ability to interpret engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, directives and instructions.
• You are proficient in technical problem-solving and decision making to analyze and provide appropriate maintenance requirements.
• You have the ability to interpret and follow manufacturers' and regulatory instructions.

General skills:

• You have proven communication skills to interact with clients and other ministry staff.
• You have the ability to work with a computerized maintenance system and also accurately maintain hard copy files.
• You have the ability to work within the guidelines of ministry policy and procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• You have demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision.
• You have the ability to carry out tasks assigned in a timely manner.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.