Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME M1/M2 or Military equivalent)

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Area B (Lazo North); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in British Columbia is looking for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform maintenance on the Cormorant Helicopter. The role involves inspecting, servicing, and maintaining aircraft systems. Candidates must possess a recognized aircraft maintenance course, a valid license, and have at least 3 years of aviation maintenance experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Climate controlled workspace

Free parking onsite

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in aviation maintenance.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform First and Second Level maintenance on aircraft systems.
• Provide supervision and on-the-job training to other employees.
• Adhere to company policies and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems

Ability to use standard computer programs

Non-destructive Inspection

Corrosion control techniques

Capability to read technical documentation

Education

Graduate of a recognized aircraft maintenance course

Current Aircraft Maintenance Engineers license

Tools

Specialized aviation tools

Job description

Overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer performs first and second line aircraft maintenance on the Cormorant Helicopter in support of our Canadian Search and Rescue operations. Duties include servicing, inspection, removal, cleaning, repair, installation, adjustment, flight testing and certification (release) of aircraft mechanical, structural and electrical systems and components and ground support equipment.

What You Will Do

• Perform First and Second Level maintenance on aircraft mechanical, structural and electrical systems and components, and ground support equipment.
• Ramp duties will include but not be limited to pre/post flight inspection and support, marshalling, parking, towing, fueling/defueling and installation/removal of required mission equipment and crash and salvage response.
• Perform ground runs of auxiliary power units, where qualified and authorized.
• Fly as necessary in support of maintenance, ferry and deployment operations
• Travel and work at other main operating bases, deployments in support of operations at remote sites, mobile repair parties and ferry flights.
• Provide on-the-job-training to other employees.
• Attend training for trade and personnel development and for qualifications, recertification, and authorization purposes.
• Sweep and clean hangar, shop, stores and office areas, remove all debris accumulated by tasks performed and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and directives established by the Company.
• Provide supervision to other employees.
• Perform other tasks as may be required from time to time.

What You Will Bring

• Graduate of a recognized aircraft maintenance course or apprenticeship program and hold a current Aircraft Maintenance Engineers license or be qualified as an aircraft aviation technician within the Canadian Armed Forces or equivalent commercial experience.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in aviation maintenance is required.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, including, but not limited to, power plants, flight controls, dynamic systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, environmental, basic structures and power generation and distribution systems.
• Knowledge of use of special tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of corrosion control techniques.
• Capable of reading and interpreting technical documentation such as maintenance manuals, work packages, drawings, blueprints and Standard Plant Procedures.
• Capable of performing Non-destructive Inspection.
• Ability to use standard computer programs and such specialized ones as may be necessary in the performances of the duties.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License, with the ability to drive vehicles, tow tractors and support vehicles.

What We Will Do For You

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP Program
• Climate controlled workspace
• All tools and necessary PPE provided by IMP
• Free parking onsite
• Attractive working hours
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Long Service Awards
• Volunteer Grant Program
• Scholarship Program

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.