Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Avionics

Rise Air; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

RRSP contribution matching

Wellness allowance

Travel benefits

Paid leave

Vacation 15 days

Job summary

Rise Air in Saskatoon is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Avionics to maintain the safety and readiness of our fleet. You will perform avionics maintenance, document work, and ensure components meet certification and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and ongoing learning, with a modified 7-on/7-off schedule and competitive compensation. Preference for Indigenous-owned business conveys strong community ties and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• AME licence or progress toward licensing (Category E preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and modify avionics, electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure components are properly certified and pre-approved.
• Maintain compliance with QA, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in training and contribute to a safe, team-oriented environment.

Skills

AME licence

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Initiative

Ownership

Driver's licence

Safety conscious

Education

AME licence in progress (Category E preferred)

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time (Modified Work Schedule - 7 days on/7 days off)

Join our aviation-passionate team based in the land of living skies, Saskatchewan - a great place to live and raise your family. Here is your opportunity to join us and work with colleagues who will bring out the best of you. At Rise Air, we offer more than a job; we offer the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, affordable, growing province, a positive environment, inspiring culture, strong values and career growth.

Rise Air is proudly 100% Indigenous owned. We work together with our ownership, communities, stakeholders, and industry partners to strengthen Indigenous employee relationships.

We are currently seeking a qualified and passionate Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Avionics to join our Maintenance team in Saskatoon. This key role is responsible for maintaining the safety, reliability, and operational readiness of our fleet through the completion of avionics maintenance activities. Working under the direction of the Production Manager and Crew Supervisor, you will carry out maintenance assignments in compliance with company procedures and Transport Canada approved standards.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot, repair and perform modifications on avionics, electrical, and electromechanical systems.
• Complete maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure aircraft components installed are properly certified and pre-approved.
• Maintain compliance with quality assurance, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in training and contribute to a safe, team-oriented work environment

What you'll bring

• AME licence (or equivalent experience progressing toward licensing), ideally with a Category E. Any qualification relevant to the position will be considered an asset.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects and tasks and execute effectively and in a timely manner.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What you'll get

The expected compensation range for this role is $39.18 to $47.12 per hour. Placement within the range will be based on demonstrated skills, relevant experience and internal equity considerations. The hourly rate excludes any premiums that may apply based on eligibility.

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes:

• Group benefits (cost shared 50/50): Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision, and more.
• RRSP contribution matching.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Travel benefits: MyIDTravel for access to standby/non-revenue flights with large domestic and international partners
• Paid leave entitlement:
• Vacation starting at 15 days (6%) per year
• Up to 10 days of paid medical leave per year
• Up to 3 days of paid personal leave per year

Apply by September 30, 2026.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

Rise Air is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the hiring process. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Preference is given to qualified Indigenous applicants. As an Indigenous-owned business, we welcome Indigenous people with all levels of education and experience and are dedicated to building a respectful environment for learning, collaboration, and growth.

Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that we are situated on the territories of Indigenous peoples who have occupied these lands for thousands of years, including the First Nations of Treaties 6, 8, and 10, as well as other non-Treaty First Nations and Métis. We recognize that we benefit from the lands. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of reconciliation is honoured and respected.