manager, airport services

PAL Aerospace; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company located in Canada is seeking a Contractor Field Officer Lead to oversee operations, ensure effective communication, and manage financial budgets. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in flightline aircraft maintenance, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range and great benefits to promote work/life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Personal travel privileges

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication skills effective with various backgrounds.
• Experience in a flightline aircraft maintenance environment required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain leadership of operations within the MOB.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure effective operations.
• Accountable for budget management and financial targets.
• Guide team goals in line with company objectives.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Exceptional communication skills

Experience in flightline aircraft maintenance

Ability to motivate teams

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

Contractor Field Officer (CFO) Lead

Company: PAL Aerospace

Location

Trenton, ON (base)

Quinte West, ON

Employment Details

• Permanent employment – Full time
• Salary: $25.00 to $67.31 per hour
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Advertised until: December 22, 2025

Responsibilities

• Maintain leadership and oversight of PAL Aerospace operations within the MOB, including aircraft maintenance, supply chain management activities, tool crib (control and calibration), tech library and more.
• Liaise with PAL Aerospace and RCAF to ensure effective operations and timelines/milestones are being met.
• Provide a strong sense of leadership and accountability to a team of PAL Aerospace professionals.
• Be accountable for budget management to ensure sound financial management including cost control and achieving financial targets.
• Guide team goals and ensure they progress the company’s objectives.
• Ensure clear and objective communication of goals, responsibilities, and timelines between all stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Support the SAMEO to maintain responsibility and accountability for aircraft availability on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of post‑secondary education in a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Strong, natural leadership skills with the ability to motivate diverse teams under strict timelines.
• Exceptional communication skills, effective with team members of various backgrounds and experience.
• Adaptability to changing timelines and priorities while motivating others to meet new targets.
• Experience in a flightline aircraft maintenance environment (required).
• Capability to be trained, qualified, and authorized by the Contractor per Canada‑approved Contractor’s APM.
• Capability to complete DRMIS training and the Flight Safety Course (DND) for SOW‑1934 compliance.
• Capability to obtain Level II – Secret clearance.
• Capability to obtain ITAR / CCG clearance.
• Experience working with RCAF considered an asset.

Benefits

• Great work/life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Personal travel privileges.
• Opportunities for growth.

EEO Statement

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion where individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.