DHC 515 FAL Recruitment

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP matching

Annual salary reviews

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited in Calgary is hiring experienced Aircraft Technicians for the DHC-515 Final Assembly Line. Roles include structures, avionics, mechanical, and leadership in quality, methods, engineering and operations.

If you have experience in aircraft structures, mechanical systems, or avionics and pride yourself on quality workmanship, we’d like to hear from you. We offer permanent, full-time positions with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft final assembly, manufacturing, or maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and avionics.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical docs to verify correct assembly.
• Perform testing, inspections, and troubleshooting to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Aircraft structures

Mechanical systems

Avionics installation

Reading engineering drawings

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Job description

About De Havilland Aircraft of Canada

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is one of Canada\'s most recognized aerospace companies, with a proud legacy of designing and manufacturing world-class aircraft since 1928. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, DHC employs approximately 2,400 people across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and international markets.

For nearly a century, we\'ve built aircraft renowned for their durability, versatility, and performance, connecting communities and supporting commercial, regional, and remote operations around the world. Today, DHC is a full-service aerospace company providing aircraft design, manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), supported by a team dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellence.

Are you ready to help build the future of Canadian aviation? If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and want to see your work take flight around the world, join De Havilland Canada. Your skills will help build world-class aircraft, including products like the Canadair 515 waterbomber, supporting missions that protect lives, strengthen communities, and safeguard natural landscapes around the world.

Join Our Final Assembly Line Team

Be part of building the future of Canadian aviation. De Havilland Aircraft of Canada is hiring experienced Aircraft Technicians for Structures, Avionics, Mechanical as well as roles in Quality, Methods, Engineering and Operations Leadership to support the DHC-515 Final Assembly Line in Calgary, Alberta.

If you have experience in aircraft structures, mechanical systems, or avionics and take pride in quality workmanship, we\'d like to hear from you.

We\'re looking for professionals with experience in:

• Aircraft final assembly, manufacturing, or maintenance
• Structures, mechanical systems, or avionics installation and integration
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Testing, troubleshooting, inspections, and quality assurance
• Working safely in a fast-paced aerospace production environment

What we offer:

• Permanent, full-time positions
• Competitive hourly wages
• Health, dental, disability, and life insurance
• RRSP matchingAnnual salary reviews
• Opportunities to work on world-class aircraft with a skilled and collaborative team

If you\'re ready to help build the next generation of De Havilland aircraft, we\'d love to hear from you.

Why Join De Havilland Canada?

At DHC, you\'ll do more than build aircraft—you\'ll help connect people, strengthen communities, and shape the future of aviation.

Join a collaborative team that has manufactured more than 5,600 aircraft, including some of the world\'s most respected turboprop platforms. Our modern manufacturing facilities provide opportunities to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career alongside talented professionals who are passionate about aerospace.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and paramedical benefits
• Life insurance
• RRSP/DPSP retirement savings program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities

Our Commitment

At De Havilland Canada, the safety of our employees, customers, and communities is our highest priority. We are committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Employees are expected to follow all Health & Safety policies, use required personal protective equipment (PPE), and be able to safely perform the physical requirements of their role. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. Employment offers are conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, which may include verification of work eligibility, employment history, education, professional references, and criminal record checks where required.