Learning Specialist

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, is seeking two full-time Learning Specialists in Calgary and North Saanich. This role involves delivering hands-on technical training to advance employee skills, ensuring quality in aircraft manufacturing. Candidates should possess relevant educational backgrounds and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical operational role preferred.
• Knowledge of aircraft assembly techniques and quality control methodologies is essential.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and training technologies is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical training programs focused on manufacturing processes.
• Lead hands-on practical training and evaluate student performance.
• Ensure safety and quality are emphasized in training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant field

AME certification

Job description

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Profile

As De Havilland Aircraft of Canada continues to experience substantial growth, our Learning and Development team is expanding to meet the evolving needs of our workforce. We are currently seeking skilled technical professionals to join our team as Learning Specialists.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in advancing employee skills by delivering hands-on, practical coaching through project-based learning within our manufacturing sub-assembly and assembly work centers. You will guide learners as they apply technical knowledge directly to real-world manufacturing tasks, ensuring skill development is both meaningful and measurable.

This is a unique opportunity to directly impact workforce development by embedding learning into day-to-day operations and supporting continuous improvement. Your expertise will help shape a highly skilled, agile, and future-ready manufacturing team.

We are hiring for two full-time, on-site positions:

• One based in Calgary, AB
• One based in North Saanich, BC
  
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Emphasize safety and quality: Ensure that safety and quality are emphasized throughout the training. Coach students on adhering to industry standards, regulations, and best practices to maintain the highest levels of safety and quality in aircraft manufacturing and production.
• Deliver technical training programs: Support the delivery of project-based training focused on manufacturing and production processes in the aviation industry. This includes creating hands-on training activities aligned with industry’s best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate practical sessions: Lead hands-on practical training and support students with project instruction.
• Evaluate student progress: Assess student performance through practical assessments, and projects. Provide constructive feedback to help students improve their skills and meet certification or employment standards in the aviation industry.
• Drive continuous improvement: Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and lead improvement initiatives where gaps are identified through metrics and feedback.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• Degree, diploma, AME certification, or demonstrated expertise in the relevant field of instruction.
• Experience in a technical operational role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft assembly techniques, materials management, quality control methodologies, and manufacturing principles.
• Prior coaching or training experience in manufacturing or industrial settings is an asset.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms, learning management systems, and training technologies is an asset.
  
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to a diverse range of learners.
• Demonstrated team player with exemplary interpersonal and relationship building skills. Additionally, you will need to possess the ability to handle challenging situations in a dynamic work environment with professionalism and diplomacy.
• High level of personal integrity with the ability to build trust with others including peers, trainees, unions, team members, etc.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  
  
  

Other

• Travel up to 10%
  
  
  

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation and disability, are encouraged to apply.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.