Aircraft Maintenance Engineer — Boeing 787/737 & Q400 Expert

WestJet; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACA Premiums 7%+ (to 11%)

Night Shift Premium $2.00/hr

Fuel Tank Entry Premium $7.00/hr

Overtime 1.5–1.75

AOG Pay 1.5x

Savings Plan with 20% match

Travel privileges

Broad benefits package

PPE Allowance

Profit Share

Rotational schedule

Technical Training

Job summary

WestJet seeks a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform safe, reliable maintenance on our fleet, including Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and Q400. The role requires a TC AME license, 2+ years’ experience on relevant aircraft, and eligibility to work in Canada.

You will work in a fast-paced technical operations environment with a strong safety culture and opportunities for career advancement. This on-site role offers premium benefits and a 5,5,4 shift rotation.

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License required (M2 preferred).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience and/or endorsed on Boeing 737 and/or 787 and/or Q400, or equivalent type of aircraft.
• Proven technical aptitude with strong airframe, powerplant, and flight control experience.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada (passport or PR/open work permit).
• Must be able to obtain Radio Licence within 6 months of employment.
• The physical ability to lift 62lbs and work in varied environments.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends and holidays, including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft (Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and Q400).
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while upholding safety standards.

Skills

Airframe experience

Powerplant experience

Flight control experience

Technical aptitude

Computer skills

Radio Licence

Shift flexibility

Canada work eligibility

Education

Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License

Job description

WestJet seeks a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform safe, reliable maintenance on our fleet, including Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and Q400. The role requires a TC AME license, 2+ years’ experience on relevant aircraft, and eligibility to work in Canada.

You will work in a fast-paced technical operations environment with a strong safety culture and opportunities for career advancement. This on-site role offers premium benefits and a 5,5,4 shift rotation.