AME (aircraft maintenance engineer), structures

Overview

Languages
English

Education

1. Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

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

Work site environment

1. Noisy
2. At heights
3. Confined spaces
4. Outdoors

Work setting

1. Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

1. Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
2. Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
3. Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
4. Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
5. Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
6. Perform and document routine maintenance
7. Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
8. Interpret blueprints/specifications/standards and written technical instructions

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

1. AME «S» Licence - Structures

Experience and specialization

Aviation special processes

1. Chrome/cadmium plating
2. Heat treatment

Structural repair experience - aircraft

1. Aircraft structures - general
2. Aircraft sheet metal structures
3. Aircraft composite structures

Type of industry experience

1. Aircraft manufacturing
2. Military aviation
3. Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

1. Aircraft maintenance - general
2. Turbine engines

Additional information

Security and safety

1. Criminal record check
2. Enhanced reliability security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

1. Physically demanding
2. Handling heavy loads
3. Standing for extended periods
4. Attention to detail
5. Bending, crouching, kneeling
6. Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

1. Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

1. Accurate
2. Client focus
3. Dependability
4. Excellent oral communication
5. Excellent written communication
6. Flexibility
7. Initiative
8. Judgement
9. Reliability
10. Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

1. Dental plan
2. Disability benefits
3. Health care plan
4. Paramedical services coverage
5. Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

1. Group insurance benefits
2. Life insurance
3. Pension plan

Other Benefits

1. Free parking available
2. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
3. Team building opportunities
4. Wellness program