Interior/Composite Technician/Cabinet Maker (2-year temporary position)

Conair Group; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company specializing in aerial firefighting as an Interior/Composite Technician. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for the modification, installation, and assembly of aircraft interiors, working from engineering drawings to deliver high-quality results. You will collaborate with a skilled team, gaining valuable technical training in composite manufacturing. If you have a passion for aviation and a keen eye for detail, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that protect our world from wildfires. Your expertise will help shape the future of aircraft interiors in a supportive and safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in aircraft interior assembly or modification.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and modify aircraft interiors according to engineering specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure accurate installations.

Skills

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Aircraft Interior Assembly

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Quality Control

Education

Grade 12

Diploma in Aviation-related Fields

Tools

Hand and Power Tools

Job description

Interior/Composite Technician/Cabinet Maker (2-year temporary position)

1510 Tower St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.

Position Description

Reporting to the Aircraft Interiors Lead Hand, this role focuses on the modification, installation, and assembly of aircraft interiors. The ideal candidate should have experience working with engineering drawings, assembling aircraft monuments, and modifying interiors, from raw panel stages to final finishing. In addition, as Conair expands into composite manufacturing, this role will support in-house capabilities of composite structure and component production.

This position is open to AMEs (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) and non-AME tradespeople who have strong technical expertise and attention to detail. Conair intends to provide the successful candidate with technical training at an accredited facility to help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this new role.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assemble monuments and interior structures according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Install, modify, and repair aircraft interiors, including monument, panels & shell kits, and other interior components.
• Fit raw shell kit panels and finish interiors to high-quality standards, including finishing processes such as edge filling, surface finishing, applying soft materials (Schneller/Tedlar), trim installation and final touch-ups to meet aesthetic standards.
• Fabricate parts, prepare molds and laying up layers of composite materials
• Collaborate with engineers and lead hands to ensure accurate and efficient installations
• Installvarious interior components such as galleys, wardrobes, bulkheads, shell kits and panels using specialized tools and techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed, including modifications, installations, and repairs.
• Report progress and potential issues to the lead hand or crew leader.
• Provide input and feedback on planning processes related to interior conversions.
• Assist in developing technical solutions for complex modifications and ensure they align with overall project goals
• Assist in implementing measures to improve & exceed product quality requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Read, understand, and work directly from engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to build and modify and install aircraft interiors.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, technical instructions, and applying calculation methods and related skills.
• Willingness to learn and receive education for additional competencies which support this role, including but not limited to: Composite Material Fabrication and Repair, and Process Specification Training.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools for interior assembly and modification, with experience in final finishing.
• Understanding of aircraft interior modification processes and technical requirements.
• Proven experience delivering projects on time in a specialized team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality control.
• Knowledge of aviation safety standards and regulatory requirements for interior installations.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability to changing demands.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised, while maintaining productivity and focus on the task at hand.

Required Education and Experience

• Grade 12
• 2-5 years of experience in aircraft interior assembly, modification, or related fields.
• Diploma or certification or aviation-related fields, aircraft interiors, or technical trades preferred.
• Experience working on multi-role interior aircraft, including performing role changes.
• Experience with aircraft and/or marine interiors, including work on monuments, panels, and components, with a focus on assembly, installation, and repair.

***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***

1510 Tower St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, Canada