Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Top Aces (TAI); Saguenay; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Aces is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to service airframes, avionics or structures. The AMT works with crew leads to perform maintenance, identify parts, and document work while upholding airworthiness and safety standards.

The role requires Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Training or equivalent, ability to work independently, and flexibility for travel including potential international assignments.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English and French.
• Experience in line maintenance is preferred.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience on commercial or military aircraft is an asset.
• Able to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with company policy and safety standards.
• Identify and order parts as needed.
• Record work completed and sign for performance of work.
• Ensure airworthiness and safety policies are followed.
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and compliant workspace.

Skills

English & French communication

Independent worker

Problem solving

Teamwork

Ability to travel

Education

Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Training

Job description

Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.

We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.

Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.

Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!

Join our team!

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is employed as an Airframe, Avionics or Structural Technician will have the ability to use the correct tools, methods, techniques, and equipment required to perform aircraft maintenance.

The AMT is a working member of a crew, and reports to an ACA, Crew Chief or associated Lead. His/her responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performing work in accordance with the Work Performed policy of this manual and any specialized work for which suitably trained and authorized;
• Identifying and ordering parts;
• Performing required computer entries and functions;
• Signing for the performance of their work;
• Complying with company policies, procedures, and standards;
• Maintaining their personal records;
• Ensuring any issues that could jeopardize production or airworthiness are raised in a timely manner;
• Ensuring airworthiness and safety policies, processes and standards are complied with;
• Ensuring a safe and tidy workplace.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Transport Canada Accepted Aircraft Maintenance Training course or an Accredited Course;
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Experience on a commercial or military aircraft, an asset;
• Able to work on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge;
• Able to problem solve and troubleshoot;
• Able to communicate in English and French;
• Demonstrates strong and visible support of our values;
• Experience in Line Maintenance in a fast-paced environment is preferred;
• Ability to perform all work in support of our Corporate Values of Excellence, Service, Integrity … Together.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting / carrying / pushing / pulling up to 70 lbs
• Working in confined spaces

Working Conditions

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and shift work according to flight operations
• Will be required to work outdoors
• Travel is required for the position
• International travel may also be required in this role

Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:

You will have the following responsibilities in order to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:

Employees are responsible for:

• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately

Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:

Position requires Level 2 Clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

By joining Top Aces, you will find:

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;

Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading, but refers to men, women, and the gender diverse.