C-130 Hercules Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Coulson Aviation; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotational schedule across Canada

Company-paid travel for rotations

Health and retirement benefits

Hands-on C-130 maintenance experience

Training opportunities

Job summary

Coulson Aviation Canada is expanding its C-130 Hercules team to support aerial firefighting operations across Canada. If you have 5+ years in heavy aircraft maintenance and a Transport Canada AME M2 licence, this is your opportunity to join a growing program.

We value hands-on maintenance, problem-solving, and a willingness to travel for rotations across Canada. A strong safety focus and teamwork are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• A valid Transport Canada AME M2 licence for licensed positions or relevant aircraft-maintenance training and experience.
• 5+ years of heavy or large commercial aircraft maintenance experience preferred for C-130 transition.
• C-130 Hercules experience is a strong asset but not required.
• Valid driver’s licence and passport; ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, repairs, and daily checks on C-130 Hercules aircraft.
• Travel with assigned aircraft when deployed on aerial firefighting contracts.
• Provide field-maintenance support in domestic and international operating environments.
• Troubleshoot systems, identify defects, and complete adjustments using approved data.
• Manage spare parts, tools, and inventory within the parts trailer.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and collaborate with crews.

Skills

5+ years heavy aircraft maintenance

M2 licence experience

Strong troubleshooting

Willingness to travel

Education

Transport Canada AME M2 licence

Job description

Coulson Aviation Canada is expanding its C-130 Hercules team to support aerial firefighting operations across Canada. If you have 5+ years in heavy aircraft maintenance and a Transport Canada AME M2 licence, this is your opportunity to join a growing program.

We value hands-on maintenance, problem-solving, and a willingness to travel for rotations across Canada. A strong safety focus and teamwork are essential to succeed.