Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

Porter Airlines Inc.; Halifax, Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter Airlines Inc. is seeking a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support line maintenance at YHZ. The role involves coordinating structural repairs, reviewing service bulletins, and liaising with Bombardier In Service Engineering and the Technical Help Desk.

You will develop a damage tracking system, ensure accuracy, and participate in Porter’s SMS. A TC-approved diploma in aircraft maintenance and an AME CAT S license are required, with strong communication and travel readiness.

Qualifications

• College diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved facility.
• Must possess Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S.
• Thorough knowledge of the SRM (Structural Repair Manual).
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessing and organizing structural repairs.
• Track and work with Planning in organizing structural repairs with repeat thresholds.
• Coordinate with Bombardier In Service Engineering and the Technical Help Desk for Repair Drawings requests.
• Provide recommendations to Bombardier ISE and THD if a Repair Drawings amendment is needed.
• Develop and maintain a damage tracking system for quick reference.

Skills

Strong analytical personality

Strong communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Ability to travel on short notice

Education

College diploma in aircraft maintenance

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance YHZ, this position will provide support in the following areas below.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with assessing and organizing structural repairs
• Track and work with Planning in organizing structural repairs with repeat thresholds
• Work closely with Bombardier In Service Engineering and the Technical Help Desk in requesting Repair Drawings
• Provide recommendations to Bombardier ISE and THD should a Repair Drawings require an amendment
• Develop and maintain a damage tracking system that may be used as a quick reference guide
• Hands on assistance with structural repairs
• Liaise with third party structural repair companies should extra man-power be required
• Review all Bombardier Service Bulletins and other technical documents related to structures and implement as required
• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
• Other duties as assigned

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility with accreditation
• Must possess Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the SRM
• High degree of accuracy
• Strong analytical personality
• Good working knowledge with Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to travel on short notice