Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Inspector

LeadingEdge HR Solutions; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LeadingEdge HR Solutions has partnered with an Ontario-based aviation organization to hire an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Inspector for onsite work. The role covers maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure airworthiness and safety in accordance with Canadian regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a Transport Canada AME licence for the appropriate category and brings 2–5 years of hands-on experience, strong procedural knowledge, and solid teamwork and communication

Qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada AME licence for the applicable aircraft category.
• 2–5 years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures and manuals.
• Ability to read aircraft drawings and manuals.
• Detail-oriented with aviation safety focus.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Inspect aircraft structures, engines, systems, and components for defects or wear.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and avionics-related issues.
• Complete maintenance tasks in accordance with approved manuals, procedures, and safety standards.
• Conduct functional checks and support aircraft testing following maintenance activities.
• Identify and report defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to meet aircraft availability targets.
• Support audits, quality inspections, and continuous safety improvement initiatives.

Skills

AME licence

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Reading docs

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Position Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Inspector

Location: Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Compensation: Competitive package (based on experience)

Role Overview

Our client is a well-established aviation organization seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Inspector to perform aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and Canadian aviation regulations. The successful candidate will ensure aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and airworthiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Inspect aircraft structures, engines, systems, and components for defects or wear.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and avionics-related issues.
• Complete maintenance tasks in accordance with approved manuals, procedures, and safety standards.
• Conduct functional checks and support aircraft testing following maintenance activities.
• Identify and report defects and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, and HSE requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to meet aircraft availability targets.
• Support audits, quality inspections, and continuous safety improvement initiatives.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licence appropriate to the aircraft category is required.
• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures, regulations, and technical manuals.
• Experience troubleshooting aircraft mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to aviation safety.
• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.

Good to Have

• Experience with commercial, corporate, regional, or charter aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft inspections and airworthiness documentation.
• Previous experience in an MRO or airline maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of Transport Canada Civil Aviation Standards and Regulations.
• Additional aircraft type ratings or certifications.