Mechanical Structural Engineer

IMP Aerospace and Defence; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IMP Aerospace and Defence is seeking a Mechanical Structural Engineer to support aircraft maintenance and repair projects. The role involves monitoring structural health, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and significant experience in aircraft engineering. The company offers a supportive work environment and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Benefits start on your first day

RRSP

Tuition reimbursement

Awards

Volunteer grants

Scholarships

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of aircraft engineering or maintenance experience.
• Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program registration and security clearance.
• Experience with aircraft repair design of airframes and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aircraft structural health and communicate with stakeholders.
• Develop preventative measures and analyze fleet impact on flight safety.
• Manage configuration change requests and technical publications updates.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Task and project management

Knowledge of airworthiness standards

Analytical skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

B.Eng. or BSc (Eng) in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID: 1943

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence:
IMP Aerospace & Defence is a leading company in the aerospace industry, known for engaging work environment and strong advocacy for equality. We value teamwork and believe that every team member contributes to our success, regardless of their role.

Position Overview:

The Mechanical Structural Engineer will support the maintenance of aircraft structures and related systems, including interior components, evacuation doors, and windows. The role involves utilizing key DND technical processes such as CMPC, APAF, AICP, and AMAF. The engineer will also support airframe structures and mechanical systems repair and modification projects, liaising with stakeholders like DND, engineering groups, and logistics teams. Certification for Airworthiness Approval Authorization is expected based on experience and training.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor aircraft structural health.
• Communicate with DND, OEMs, and design authorities on technical matters.
• Develop preventative measures, identify trends, and assess fleet impact on flight safety.
• Support technical meetings and maintenance program activities.
• Handle service difficulty reports, inspections, and directives.
• Manage spare and repairable assets disposition.
• Analyze unsatisfactory condition reports.
• Manage configuration change requests and technical publications updates.
• Collaborate on obsolescence reporting and sparing analysis.
• Design structural/mechanical modifications and perform stress analysis.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• B.Eng. or BSc (Eng) in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Effective communication skills.
• Task and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of airworthiness standards.
• Minimum five years of aircraft engineering or maintenance experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with various stakeholders.
• Team player with self-discipline and independence.
• Analytical skills to identify causal factors.
• Experience with aircraft repair design of airframes and mechanical systems.
• Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program registration, security clearance, and ITAR compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DND aerospace modification processes.
• Knowledge of lifecycle materiel management or LCMM courses.
• Familiarity with CC130 structures and systems.
• Experience with DND resource and maintenance management systems.

What We Will Do For You:

• Benefits start on your first day, including RRSP, tuition reimbursement, awards, volunteer grants, and scholarships.

IMP is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women. Please self-identify in your application if applicable.