Aircraft Technician Mechanic (ACA)

L3Harris Technologies; Petawawa; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a licensed Aircraft Technician Mechanic in Petawawa, ON. The role includes mechanical work, inspections, and maintenance tasks on aircraft. Successful candidates will undergo a three-month training program leading to CH-147 certification.

Qualifications include a college diploma in mechanics, MRA capability, and bilingualism. The position demands a thorough understanding of maintenance processes and strong analytical skills. A competitive salary is offered, ranging from $91,000 to $141,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Valid Maintenance Release Authority (MRA) as per Buyer’s maintenance process.
• Qualified to meet ongoing AMO accreditation requirements.
• Autonomous and well-organized with strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work and complex inspection tasks for aircraft.
• Conduct routine and scheduled maintenance for aircraft.
• Create and maintain maintenance records in DRMIS.

Skills

Maintenance Release Authority (MRA)

Tool control processes

Chinook helicopter experience

Bilingualism

Analytical abilities

Education

College diploma in pre-flight mechanics or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Title: Aircraft Technician Mechanic (ACA)

Location: Petawawa, ON

Job Code: 39798

Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $91,000 - $141,000 CDN annually

This position is for a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technician and will begin with a three‑month paid training program leading to a CH‑147 type certification. The technician will work under the official accreditation of Boeing and will be supported by the L3Harris MAS Petawawa Site Lead. The Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing mechanical work as well as complex inspection and maintenance tasks to prepare aircraft for flight or customer acceptance.

Essential Functions

• Routine servicing requirements for aircraft assigned to or augmented by the CMT
• Scheduled (Preventive) maintenance requirements up to, and including, the CMS 3 (200‑hour) and CMS 4 (400‑hour) inspections for aircraft assigned to the CMT
• Unscheduled (Corrective) maintenance requirements and troubleshooting for aircraft assigned to the CMT
• Emergent work, including Special Inspections (SIs), modifications, Out of Sequence Inspections (OSIs), Non‑Standard Repairs (NSRs), deferred defects and other non‑routine requirements for aircraft assigned to the CMT on agreement between the Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Officer (SAMEO) (or designate) and CFO (Contractor Field Office) Manager (or designate)
• Create, maintain, and update maintenance records within the Defense Resource Management Information System (DRMIS). DND shall provide training, mentoring and access (terminal/log‑in)
• Tear down, assessment, preparation for use, and repair of off‑aircraft components that affect the CMT’s assigned aircraft
• Any other related tasks as requested by the customer

Qualifications

• Capability to complete, sign and perform Maintenance Release Authority (MRA) in accordance with the restrictions within the Buyer’s Maintenance Process Manual (MPM)
• Follow the established Main Operating Base (MOB) tool control processes when checking out, using, and returning tools
• Trained, qualified, and authorized in accordance with Buyer’s MPM to meet requirements and ensure ongoing AMO Accreditation is maintained
• College diploma in pre‑flight mechanics or an equivalent military or Transport Canada qualification
• Experience on the Chinook helicopter (an asset)
• Bilingualism
• Dynamic and innovative, and motivated by technical challenges
• Well‑organized, autonomous, with strong analytical abilities

Operational Requirements

• Must be eligible for registration to the Controlled Goods Program
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain the government of Canada Reliability status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer

L3Harris is a proud equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or 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 characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

Additional Employment Requirements

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada Reliability status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing where required.