Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Avionics Apprentice

FutureSSM; Sault Ste. Marie; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Extended Health & Dental Care

Paid vacation

Job summary

JD Aero Technical in Canada seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Avionics Apprentice to support heavy maintenance across Dash 8, CRJ, Boeing 737 and Embraer fleets. Under supervision of the Production Manager, you will perform elementary maintenance tasks while actively pursuing a licence to become an AME.

Responsibilities include following airworthiness standards, requesting parts, documenting work, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited college with a diploma in aircraft maintenance.
• Working towards becoming a licenced AME (E) is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience.
• Must have clean criminal background and provide a valid police criminal record check.
• Must be able to legally work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities in accordance with applicable Standards of Airworthiness and manufacturer manuals.
• Request parts and materials as per manuals.
• Ensure all documentation of work performed is clear, up-to-date and signed daily.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Participate in company SMS and report hazards or incidents per procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and exercise FOD vigilance.
• Conduct maintenance on aircraft and components as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Lead.
• Accurately complete paperwork for tasks and generate defect reports from inspections.
• Perform independent and critical task checks if trained and authorized.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of aircraft interior and exterior.
• Maintain and store company-provided tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mechanical experience

Work legally in Canada

Education

Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance

Pursuing AME (E) licence

Job description

Job Title:

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Avionics Apprentice

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time

Posting Expires:

When suitable candidates are selected.

Job Purpose:

Our continuous growth creates a demand for heavy maintenance lines. We service the Dash 8 Q400, Dash 8 100/300 aircraft, along with the CRJ100/200/700/900 aircraft, Boeing 737 (all series) and Embraer E170/175 aircraft.

We expect applicants to be ready to work in a fast-paced work environment. Our role requires individuals to have excellent communication skills and a team-player attitude!

Job Description:

As an AME Avionics Apprentice, under the supervision of the Production Manager, you will carry out elementary maintenance tasks while actively pursuing a licence for aircraft maintenance to become an AME.

Responsibilities and Competencies:

• Perform all maintenance activities in accordance with the applicable Standards of Airworthiness and in accordance with the manufacturer’s manuals
• Request parts and materials using the manufacturer’s manuals
• Ensure all documentation of work performed is clear, accurate, up-to-date and signed for on a daily basis
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Participate in company SMS and report all hazards or incidents in accordance with company reporting procedures
• Ensure a clean work area exercise FOD vigilance
• Conduct maintenance on aircraft and aircraft components as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Lead
• Accurately complete all paperwork for assigned tasks and generate reports for defects found during inspections
• Perform independent and critical task checks if trained and authorized to do so
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of aircraft interior and exterior
• Maintain and store company-provided tools and equipment in safe and proper manner.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate from accredited college with a diploma in aircraft maintenance.
• Working towards becoming a licenced AME (E) is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills in a requirement, able to work with minimal supervision
• Must have mechanical aptitude and mechanical experience
• Must have clean criminal background and provide a valid police criminal record check.
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Typical benefits include:

• Life Insurance
• Extended Health & Dental Care
• Paid vacation in accordance with federal government requirements.

Working hours:

Working hours are mainly 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday, and overtime is scheduled when required. Extra hours may be required to meet project deadlines and support operations during critical times.

JD Aero Technical was established in 2007, and we are now in our fifteenth year of operation as the chosen heavy maintenance provider for several Q400 operators in North America. We are looking to add to our group of diversified and experienced employees.

We hope for your commitment and dedication, and in return, you can expect opportunities for continuous learning, training, and growth, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.