Hands-On Aircraft Structures Technician – Halifax

Porter Airlines Inc.; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter Airlines Inc. in Halifax is seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support structural repairs and coordination with Bombardier teams. You will assess repairs, track progress, and ensure safety standards within the SMS framework.

The role requires TC-accepted education, an AME license CAT S, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office, with the ability to travel on short notice and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• College diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved facility.
• Must possess Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S.
• Thorough knowledge of the SRM.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessing and organizing structural repairs.
• Coordinate with Planning to organize repairs with thresholds.
• Request Repair Drawings from Bombardier In Service Engineering and THD.
• Provide recommendations if Repair Drawings require amendments.
• Develop and maintain a damage tracking system.
• Hands-on support for structural repairs.
• Liaise with third party repair companies as needed.
• Review Bombardier Service Bulletins and implement as required.
• Contribute to Porter SMS by reporting hazards and incidents.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

MS Office proficiency

Ability to travel on short notice

Team collaboration

Education

College diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved facility

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S

Tools

SRM knowledge

Job description

Porter Airlines Inc. in Halifax is seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support structural repairs and coordination with Bombardier teams. You will assess repairs, track progress, and ensure safety standards within the SMS framework.

The role requires TC-accepted education, an AME license CAT S, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Office, with the ability to travel on short notice and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.