Aircraft Maintenance Engineer or Senior Apprentice

Latitude Air Ambulance; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP with matching

Gym memberships

Annual clothing allowance

Company events

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Latitude Air Ambulance is seeking a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support maintenance, repair, and preventive care for our growing fleet. You will work across multiple aircraft systems, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely readiness for missions.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, accurate records management, and collaboration with a team in a modern hangar environment. Eligible candidates must hold a Canadian passport and obtain necessary security clearances.

Qualifications

• Valid AME license (M1/M2).
• Experience working on 1900D is desired.
• Must obtain Maintenance Airport Security Clearance.
• Must hold valid Canadian passport.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manuals and service bulletins to determine repair method.
• Inspect components and airframes including engines and landing gear.
• Conduct operational tests of engines and systems.
• Troubleshoot structural, mechanical, or hydraulic systems to identify issues.
• Install or modify engines and systems.
• Dismantle and reassemble airframes and components for repair.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Records management

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

AME M Type license (M1 & M2)

Canadian passport

Job description

About Us:

Latitude Air Ambulance takes pride in offering best in class service in the areas of International & Interprovincial Medical Evacuations/Repatriations, COVID 19 Transfers, Critical and Noncritical Repatriations, Neonatal and Pediatric Transfers, Bariatric up to 700lbs, Dual Patient, Case Management and Bed Finding Services, Organ Transfers. Team Latitude endeavours in all areas to provide the highest level of Safety Standards and Risk Assessment within Medical, Flight, and Maintenance Operations. We are proud of our unblemished record with our governing body, Transport Canada. Latitude is also accredited through the European Aero-Medical Institute (EURAMI). Latitude's team of medical professionals includes fully licensed physicians, paramedics, registered nurses, and respiratory therapists. Each medical team is chosen to match the specific needs of each individual patient.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer: Your journey begins here!

This position assists the Maintenance Department in the service, repair, and preventative maintenance of our growing fleet of aircraft. This role requires a thorough working knowledge of aircraft systems on multiple aircraft including air conditioning, hydraulics, engines, flight controls, landing gear, avionics, electrical generation, oxygen, fuel, pneumatics. The AME maintains engines and components including fuel systems, anti-ice, ignition, fire extinguishing, exhaust, oil, and engine indicating systems, as well as maintain aircraft systems and components including landing gear, airframe fuel, hydraulic and high pressure pneumatic, flight control, cabin environment, ice/rain protection, fire protection/detection, and doors/interiors and emergency equipment. The position reports to the Maintenance Lead. Applicants interested in a long-term opportunity will receive priority over others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and approved documentation to facilitate aircraft maintenance to determine the appropriate method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
  
• Inspection and assessment of aircraft components and airframe including engines, landing gear, flight controls, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems in accordance with appropriate documents.
  
• Conduct operational tests of engines and aircraft systems.
  
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical, or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals, and established procedures.
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel, and pneumatic systems.
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul, and cleaning, and reassemble.
• Maintain, Track and Plan routine maintenance in computer system.
  
• Coordinate with team for maintenance tracking and daily planning
• Complete basic inspection tasks; inspection of aircraft in accordance with service bulletins, airworthiness directives and aircraft manuals
  
• Comply with company policy, procedures, and standards.
  
• Keep current with technical published information.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you?

• Work Indoors, Year-Round:The majority of maintenance is performedinside our new hangar, minimizing exposure to harsh weather conditions. Only occasional outdoor tasks required as most of your time is spent in a controlled, comfortable environment.
• Enjoy working in a modern, clean, and fully equipped hangar designed with efficiency and employee comfort in mind
• Work for a company that lives it values of operating with Compassion, Integrity & Trust at all times, and incorporates Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Sustainability activities into our organizational practices.
• Growth opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development through our various Learning and Development programs and career growth within your job scope.
• Competitive starting salary with performance-based increases.
• Quarterly Home Team Bonus Program.
• Health Benefits including EHC/Dental/Drug Plan/Vision/LTD/Life etc.
• Group RRSP with matching program after 1 year of service.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Discounted Corporate Phone Plan and Subsidized Device Program with Telus.
• Perkopolis Perks Discount Program.
• Corporate Gym Memberships with CRUNCH Fitness.
• Company Sponsored Social Events: Family Open House Picnic, River Day (Summer BBQ), Holiday Party, Fall Foliage Family Flights, Monthly catered team lunches.
• Employer paid annual allowance for Latitude branded clothing or uniforms (as required for certain roles)

Qualifications – Hard Skills:

• Valid AME "M" Type license (M1 & or M2 desired- Small and Large Aircraft)
• Experience working on 1900D is desired.
• Must be able to obtain Maintenance Airport Security Clearance.
• Must hold valid Canadian passport.

Qualifications – Soft Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting & diagnostic skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Excellent diligence and records management.
• Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work in a team.
• Good organizational skills.
• Remains level-headed and calm in any environment.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and under pressure.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.

Other Requirements – Nice to Have:

• Avionics experience an asset.
• E - Electronic Systems designation is an asset
• S - Aircraft Structures

We thank all applicants for applying but only those successful will be contacted for follow up.

Latitude Air Ambulance is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind-based race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the Canada Human Rights Act.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Latitude Air Ambulance makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Latitude Air Ambulance welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.