Apprentice, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Cargojet Inc; Canada; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargojet Inc is looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join its dedicated team. The role involves assisting with the maintenance of aircraft to ensure reliability and compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and have excellent problem-solving abilities. Come be part of a vibrant company that is an industry leader in air cargo services.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures and inspection systems.
• Ability to pass written exams required for a Transport Canada AME License.
• Detail-oriented, able to multi-task and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance of aircraft as per Cargojet’s technical documentation.
• Complete all necessary maintenance forms, log books, and paperwork.
• Service, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair Cargojet’s fleet of aircraft.

Skills

Knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Post-Secondary Aircraft Technical Training

Tools

Measuring instruments

Test equipment

Job description

Apprentice, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Job Category: Engineering & Maintenance

Requisition Number: APPRE002437

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• Posted : May 23, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Accelerate your career with the most awarded Air Cargo Airline in Canada!

Cargojet is Canada's leading provider of time-sensitive overnight air cargo services and carries over 1,300,000 pounds of cargo each business night. Cargojet operates its network across North America each business night, utilizing a fleet of all-cargo aircraft Cargojet has been awarded one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies as well as being awarded the Shipper’s Choice Award for the best Air Cargo Carrier in Canada for the past number of years. Being part of Cargojet will allow you to become a part of a diverse and vibrant family at the leading edge of the air cargo industry both domestically and internationally. Cargojet team members are dedicated, hardworking, and have a strong sense of leadership and commitment.

Primary Objective of the Position:

The successful applicant will assist with maintenance of Cargojet’s aircraft at the highest level of reliability and ensure duties are performed in accordance with Cargojet’s MCM, MPM and Technical documentation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the maintenance of aircraft as established with Cargojet’s MCM, MPM and technical documentation.
• Ensure that all spares issued for aircraft maintenance are maintained to the same standards as issued until installed.
• Ensure that all unserviceable components are properly tagged and returned to quarantine stores.
• Complete all necessary maintenance forms, log books and paperwork for work performed.
• Report all SDR (Service Difficulty Report) findings.
• Work under the direction of AME’s and complete work assigned.
• Be knowledgeable with all company and government manuals and documents pertaining to their work.
• Perform any other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Key Objectives:

• Employees are required to possess a Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering from an accredited school issued by the Ministry of Transport (Canada).
• This is mechanical work at the skilled level involving the repair, rebuilding, overhaul, maintenance and servicing of aircraft operated by Cargojet and mechanical repair work on accessories, hangars, base equipment and machinery.
• Assignments are made to employees by means of oral or written instructions.
• Repair and maintenance and inspection of the condition of aircraft and engine, the making of repairs, replacements, and adjustments and the inspection of essential components such as electrical or hydraulic systems, brakes and controls.
• Gain the required knowledge and experience to eventually become a Licensed AME.
• Is responsible for shop equipment, airside equipment and vehicles and maintenance support equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned on Cargojet’s fleet of aircraft and equipment in an efficient and effective manner with a high degree of quality.
• To reduce or eliminate premature component failures and provide a high level of aircraft Dispatch Reliability.

Key Responsiblities:

• Service, inspect, troubleshoot and repair, Cargojet’s fleet of Aircraft.
• Ensure that all Aircraft & equipment are maintained and serviced in a timely manner.
• Carries out assignments of daily aircraft maintenance and overhaul programs.
• Checks condition of aircraft and engine, makes repairs, replacements and adjustments, in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.

Key Competency Requirements:

• Required to lift weight 50 lbs (fifty pounds) for component replacements.
• Ability to operate high lifts, fork-lifts to gain access to aircraft.
• Ability to work from heights and on ladders.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures and inspection systems
• Knowledge of aircraft materials and parts and the regulations governing their acceptance for registered aircraft and the process of quarantine action.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and fire prevention.
• Ability to select and record data necessary to substantiate airworthiness.
• Proficiency in the use of measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Ability to pass written exams required for a Transport Canada for AME License.

Education, Training & Experience:

• Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance from a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization (ATO)
• Required to work in a hangar or outdoors.
• Required to work in Restricted areas at Airports
• Shift work, rotating shifts (seven) 7 days a week.

Physical Standards:

• Physically capable of performing the duties assigned with no accommodations or restrictions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Aircraft Technical Training.
• Ability to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) and an Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP).
• Ability to use computers – MS Word & Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented, able to multi-task and work well under pressure.

Important to Know:

• Cargojet is an equal opportunity employer. We thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
• At Cargojet, we make safety the highest priority. Because of this priority and as we operate in a safety-sensitive environment, we require all employees to abstain from consuming Cannabis, in and outside of the workplace. This is a critical element of our drug and alcohol policy that all employees must comply with at all times.