Directeur de la Maintenance et de la Modification des Avions / Manager Aircraft Maintenance and[...]

Pratt & Whitney; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Manager for Aircraft Maintenance and Modification. This pivotal role involves leading a dynamic team in maintaining and modifying experimental and corporate aircraft, ensuring compliance with Canadian civil aviation regulations. You will oversee procurement, manage budgets, and enhance processes within a supportive work environment. This full-time position offers flexible hours and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge aviation technology. Join a recognized employer of choice and make a significant impact in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Pension and savings plan with employer contributions

Group insurance program

Opportunities for advancement

Merit or recognition program

Health and wellness program

Recreational and sports club

Nearby daycares

Transportation accessibility or public transit program

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance management is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in English and French are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Aircraft Maintenance department and manage procurement and modifications.
• Develop and coach the team to enhance their skills and performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis for major aircraft issues and improve maintenance processes.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Civil Aviation Regulations

Team Development

Innovation

Technical Decision Making

Education

Aircraft Maintenance

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

System Engineering

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-03-07

Country: Canada

Location: LOC13053 11 155 Julien Audette, Mirabel, Quebec, J7N 0G6, Canada

Job Title: Manager, Aircraft Maintenance and Modification

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked #1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide.

Why Join The Flight Operations Team?

We are looking for a Manager Aircraft Maintenance and Modification for Pratt & Whitney Canada's unique flight testing and corporate flight service.

This role, based in Mirabel, involves leading a dynamic team across two sites (Mirabel and Saint-Hubert), overseeing the maintenance of experimental (Boeing 747SP) and corporate (Dornier 328, Citation XLS) aircraft, managing material purchases, and modifying experimental aircraft. Are you passionate about aviation, knowledgeable in Canadian civil aviation regulations, experienced in aircraft maintenance, and ready to lead our aircraft maintenance team? Join us in advancing aviation technology and contributing to the future development of Pratt & Whitney Canada engines.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours in Mirabel, and is exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Manage the Maintenance Department: Oversee the Aircraft Maintenance department and all related activities. Lead the procurement and aircraft modification functions. Serve as the primary point of contact with union representatives.
• Develop the Team: Provide coaching, feedback, and direction to help employees grow and excel in their roles.
• Anticipate: Forecast the workload, labor requirements, capital investments, and budgets.
• Plan: Manage aircraft spare parts to support flight test and corporate flight activities. Oversee experimental purchases and modifications.
• Address Root Causes: Conduct thorough root cause analysis for major aircraft issues, operational challenges, and facility-related problems.
• Improve Processes: Develop and adapt standard work processes for all aspects of aircraft maintenance.
• Manage Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S): Oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) related activities for the aircraft hangar and flight operations facility.
• Quality and Safety: Ensure that all maintenance work meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and ethics.

What do you need to be successful?

• Field of education: Aircraft maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, System Engineering or other applicable scientific discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in aircraft maintenance management.
• Multitasking: Manage multiple projects while adhering to plans and objectives.
• Communication: Interpersonal skills in both English and French at all levels.
• Management Style: Leadership, collaboration, project, and people management.
• Culture: Promotes responsibility, organization, and planning for optimal results.
• Aircraft Maintenance: Knowledge and understanding of aircraft systems, P&WC engines, and Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs).
• Engineering: Skills to support technical decision-making.
• Licenses: Holding an M1 or M2 license (a plus).
• Personal Qualities: Leadership, autonomy, passion, sense of responsibility.
• Innovation: Ability to innovate, improve the organization, and challenge the status quo.
• Talents: Experience in selecting and developing talents for a high-performing team.
• Travel: May travel occasionally for business in other P&WC plants and in other countries such as the USA.

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment; it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?