aircraft mechanic

Government of Canada; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental body in Canada is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance on aircraft systems. Candidates must have several years of experience in the field and hold necessary AME Licences. This role requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to work physically demanding conditions without remote options. Benefits include health plans and pension contributions.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Stocks/shares

Long-term care insurance

Maternity and parental benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Must hold AME «M» and «S» Licences.
• Basic security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul aircraft systems to meet standards.
• Inspect and maintain aircraft according to regulations.
• Document maintenance and inspections thoroughly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

College, CEGEP or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Tools

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities Tasks

• Adjust and repair systems according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and established procedures
• Inspect maintenance work done by aircraft mechanics
• Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Repair and overhaul to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Troubleshoot aircraft hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural systems
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Inspect work of aircraft mechanics performing modification of aircraft and aircraft mechanical systems to ensure adherence to standards and procedures
• Perform and document routine maintenance
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Interpret blueprints/specifications/standards and written technical instructions

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AME «M» Licence - Aircraft
• AME «S» Licence - Structures
• CAMC Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certification
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence (AME) - E

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Aircraft experience

• Large turboprops
• Small turboprops

Structural repair experience - aircraft

• Aircraft structures - general

Type of industry experience

• General aviation
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general
• Propulsion - propellers

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Airport security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan
• Stocks/shares

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits