Civil Aviation Safety Inspector (CASI) - Airworthiness

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government agency is seeking a Civil Aviation Safety Inspector (CASI) responsible for performing inspection activities related to aircraft maintenance. The role involves ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and promoting safety in civil aviation. Qualified candidates must have a secondary school diploma and a valid AME Licence, with recent experience as an AME. This position requires travel and work in various aviation environments. Competitive salary between $101,373 to $118,477 with a deadline for applications on May 29, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Licence.
• Recent experience as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with Certifying Authority.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of approved organizations and write reports.
• Review documentation related to aircraft operation.
• Investigate aviation incidents and provide support.

Skills

Communication skills

Judgment

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives

Tools

Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (AME)

Job description

Civil Aviation Safety Inspector (CASI) - Airworthiness

Reference number : MOT25J-009098-000051

Selection process number : 25-MOT-EA-HRS-05090 Transport Canada - Civil Aviation

Hamilton(Ontario), Mississauga(Ontario), Ottawa(Ontario), Thunder Bay(Ontario), Toronto(Ontario)

TI-06- Aviation

101,373 to $118,477

For further information on the organization, please visit

Closing date : 29 May 2026 - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Who can apply : Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online using the Public Service Resourcing System. If there is something preventing you from doing so, please communicate with the contact person at the bottom of this advertisement for assistance.

Your submitted application will be active for 180 days and you will receive a notice in your account 30 days before the end of your active period.

You can refer to the notes at the bottom of this advertisement to find additional important information regarding your application to this inventory.

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Transport Canada (TC) employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working across Canada. We strive to serve the public interest through the promotion of a safe and secure, efficient and environmentally responsible transportation system in Canada.

As an employer, TC fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements that promote work-life balance.

Duties

Working in the Civil Aviation Directorate at Transport Canada, Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors (CASI) - Airworthiness are responsible for performing inspection activities as they relate to individuals and organizations involved in aircraft and aeronautical product maintenance and manufacturing. CASIs are responsible to ensure compliance with the civil aviation regulatory framework, to ensure and promote aircraft airworthiness and a proactive safety management system culture, for the safety of civil aviation in Canada and abroad.

What this position can offer you

• To work actively with industry professionals continuously improving civil air operations in Canada.
• An opportunity to get involved in multidisciplinary teams conducting surveillance activities and working closely with industry partners and stakeholders.
• An environment to expand your expertise through on-the-job and formal training.
• An opportunity to travel and engage with colleagues regionally and nationally.

What you will be doing

Conducting regular inspection activity of approved organizations, writing reports and following up on areas of concern.

Reviewing and approving company documentation relating to policy and procedure for aircraft operation and maintenance.

Review, inspection and certification of applicants for AMO, ATO, Air Operator, Manufacturer and AME licence.

Investigating and providing technical support relating to aviation incidents, accidents and continuing airworthiness.

CASIs must be skilled communicators capable of working effectively with others in a challenging environment, exercising good judgment, making effective decisions based on risk and adapting to different needs of stakeholders. They must be able to influence change and respond effectively to stressful situations. In the course of ensuring regulatory requirements are met, inspectors carry significant responsibility and accountability as their decisions have a direct impact on the transportation system and safety of the travelling public.

Work environment

The key activities of this position require frequent travel locally, regionally, and sometimes nationally. Typically many work tasks will be performed in an office or telework environment, or in various indoor and outdoor aviation / industrial environments such as aircraft hangars and airport ramps and under varying weather conditions.

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and used to staff positions with Transport Canada Civil Aviation in Ontario Region. It may also be used to staff other similar positions within Transport Canada.

Positions to be filled : Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

You are required to demonstrate your education, occupational certification, experience and asset qualifications (if applicable) by responding to online screening questions and in your résumé. It is NOT sufficient to only state that you meet the qualifications or to provide a listing of your current or past responsibilities.

You must provide details (e.g. when, where, and how) and concrete examples to demonstrate how you meet the qualifications. The information you provide in your responses to the screening questions need to be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the required information may result in your application being rejected.

EDUCATION :

A secondary school diploma (high school) or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).

The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test OR an acceptable combination of education, training and / or experience.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION :

Valid Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Licence.

EXPERIENCE : Recent

experience working as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) with Certifying Authority in a Canadian Maintenance or Manufacturing Organization, including the performance of complex activities in a wide variety of situations while demonstrating an increasing level of responsibility.

Recent : experience acquired within the last 7 years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE : Recent

Rotorcraft operations (Airline, Air Taxi or Recreational Aircraft)

Fixed wing operations (Airline, Air Taxi or Recreational Aircraft)

Manufacturing

Avionics Maintenance and Repair

Non-Destructive Testing

Repair or modifications of structures (sheet metal, tubular, composite, etc.)

Experience in the supervision or management of quality programs that include quality control and / or quality assurance systems.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements

English essential

Bilingual imperative BBB / BBB

COMPETENCIES :

Demonstrating integrity and respect

Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Working effectively with others

Thinking things through

Digital Literacy

ABILITIES :

Ability to interpret and apply regulations and standards (such as the Aeronautics Act and Canadian Aviation Regulations)

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS :

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to qualified candidates who self-declare as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups : Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities, and women.

Conditions of employment

Willing and able to occasionally work overtime outside core business hours (evenings or weekend), generally planned in advance at mutually acceptable times.

Willing and able to occasionally perform inspection and oversight activities in various aviation environments that may be hazardous.

Willing and able to travel within the region (quarterly), nationally (usually annually) or internationally (rarely).

Secret security clearance.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license

Must possess a valid Passport for international travel.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.