Aircraft Metals Technician

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat; Comox; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking an Aircraft Metals Technician in Comox, BC. The role involves fabricating and maintaining aircraft components, utilizing metalworking machinery and various welding processes. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing aircraft sheet metal parts and interpreting technical drawings. This is a full-time position that requires on-site attendance and adherence to strict safety regulations. A competitive salary and full benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance

Pension plan

Career advancement opportunities

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience manufacturing and repairing aircraft sheet metal parts and systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience welding aerospace materials.
• Experience operating a lathe and 3-axis milling machine.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, or PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and maintain aircraft components and equipment.
• Work with various metalworking machinery and welding processes.
• Interpret technical drawings and estimates.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Metalworking machinery

Welding processes

Interpreting technical drawings

Estimation of materials and labor

Preventive maintenance

Tools

Oxy-acetylene

TIG welding

Electric-arc welding

Job description

Overview

Aircraft Metals Technician

Reference number: DND25J-024682-000330

Selection process number: 25-DND-EA-RCAF-539558 National Defence - Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)

Location: Comox (British Columbia)

GL-AIM-09

Salary: $32.90 to $35.77 per hour

Closing date: 29 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

How this works

Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. If you are interested, click “Apply Online”.

Step 2: Tell us about yourself. Attach your resume and answer the screening questions online.

Step 3: We will review your qualifications. If your profile matches an opportunity, you may be contacted for further information or assessment.

Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in by identifying the employment equity group(s) to which you belong.

Due to the nature of the position, full-time on-site attendance is required.

Duties

The Aircraft Metals Technician is responsible for the fabrication, modification, and maintenance of aircraft components and related equipment. This role involves working with a variety of metalworking machinery and welding processes, including oxy-acetylene, TIG, and electric-arc welding. The Aircraft Metals Technician will also interpret technical drawings and specifications, estimate materials and labor, and conduct preventive maintenance on equipment. Additional duties involve providing technical documentation, guidance, and solutions for both aircraft and non-aircraft related projects.

Work environment

Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.

What do we offer?

At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:

• A career among a dynamic and dedicated team.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• ✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
• A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Comox, British Columbia. A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence. Positions to be filled: 1.

Information you must provide

Your résumé. In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications).

EXPERIENCE

• EX01: Experience manufacturing and repairing a variety of aircraft sheet metal parts and systems.
• EX02: Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, standards and written technical instructions.
• EX03: Experience welding aerospace materials.
• EX04: Experience operating a lathe and 3-axis milling machine.
• EX05: Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, or PowerPoint).

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job): English essential.

Competencies

C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.

C2: Thinking things through.

C3: Working effectively with others.

C4: Safety Oriented

C5: Attention to detail

C6: Communication.

Ability

A1: Ability to work independently.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Must be willing and able to work overtime on occasion.

Must be willing and able to travel.

Must be willing and able to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.

Must be willing and able to perform a variety of physically demanding tasks including, but not limited to, lifting heavy items, entering confined spaces, climbing ladders, erecting scaffolds, working on elevated devices, crouching and/or kneeling, working at heights.

Must be willing and able to wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Strict adherence to Code of Values and Ethics and related directives.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

▶ Reference checks may be sought.

▶ An interview may be administered.

▶ A test may be administered.

▶ Our organization will only accept online applications for this opportunity. If limitations prevent online submission, contact us for alternate means prior to the closing date.

▶ Depending on the position being staffed: additional qualifications or conditions may be required.

▶ You may be contacted to submit information or be further assessed.

▶ Applicants must include a valid email address and keep it functional.

▶ All information obtained throughout the selection process may be used to evaluate applicants. Your conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

▶ The assessment content must remain confidential. Do not discuss or share assessment content. Complete the assessment by yourself.

▶ If values and ethics do not align with the Department of National Defence, you will be eliminated from further consideration.

▶ Appointment decisions may be based on one or more criteria including experience alignment, duties, and competencies.