Avionics Technician

Southwestern Ontario Field Unit, Parks Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government law enforcement agency is seeking an experienced Avionics Technician in Ottawa, Ontario. The role involves performing maintenance, inspection, and repair on various aircraft systems. Ideal candidates should have significant experience with avionics installations and hold appropriate qualifications. This position requires in-person attendance with no hybrid work option available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an E-licensed avionics technician.
• Experience maintaining avionics systems on aircraft or components.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled avionics maintenance, inspection, and repair.
• Complete all aircraft technical records and maintenance releases.
• Perform avionics installations.

Skills

Experience with avionics systems installation

Computer troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Secondary school diploma

Completion of electronics technology program or equivalent

Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license with E rating

Job description

Overview

Avionics Technician (AME-E) – Ottawa, Ontario. Reference number: RCM24J-060295-000256. Selection process number: 24-RCM-EA-N-S-NCR-TO-132464. Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Technical Operations.

Location: Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. In-person presence required; hybrid work is not an option.

Duties

• Performing the scheduled and unscheduled avionics and mission systems related maintenance, inspection and repair of fixed- and/or rotary-wing aircraft.
• Performing avionics installation.
• Completing all aircraft technical records and maintenance releases.
• Other duties related to the position.

Work environment

The RCMP Air Services is a national program providing airborne law enforcement. The unit employs pilots, aircraft maintenance engineers, flight coordinators and tactical flight officers across multiple locations.

Qualifications (essential)

• Secondary school diploma; and
• Completion of an acceptable training program in electronics technology or the employer-approved alternative (including degree equivalency or a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license with E rating, or a TC license with M1 and M2 ratings).
• Significant experience as an E-licensed avionics technician (typically around 3 years).
• Experience in installing and maintaining avionics systems on aircraft or maintaining avionics components on the bench.
• Experience with troubleshooting avionics using computer interfaces, and with maintenance tracking/recording software; experience in wiring diagram design or generation is an asset.
• English language required.

Other qualifications / assets assessed later

• Knowledge of avionics system maintenance and repair techniques; Canadian Aviation Regulations and Quality Assurance programs; ability to work independently and in a team; ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex systems; effective communication skills; planning and organizing; willingness to learn; initiative; leadership.

Conditions of employment

• Enhanced Reliability Status with Top Secret security clearance; a valid driver’s license; and a valid Transport Canada AME license (E rating) or combined M1/M2 ratings.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and meet medical profile standards as required.

Other information

A written exam and/or interview may be administered. Reference checks may be sought. Applicants must provide proof of education credentials and may need to demonstrate equivalence for foreign credentials. Applications are accepted online; the Public Service of Canada promotes employment equity and provides accommodations on request during the hiring process.