Technician, Structures YYZ

Porter Airlines; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter Airlines is seeking a maintenance engineer to support structural repairs for the Embraer E195-E2 fleet, coordinating with Embraer Engineering and utilizing SRM/AMM publications.

Role includes planning repairs, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring airworthiness while working onsite at YYZ. Travel readiness and strong communication are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• College diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved facility.
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S.
• Knowledge of SRM (Structural Repair Manual).
• High degree of accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Flexible for travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Request structural repair instructions, repair drawings, and engineering support for Embraer E195 E2 fleet.
• Coordinate with Embraer Engineering to assess structural damage and repair solutions.
• Review Embraer SRM/AMM and other tech pubs to support repairs.
• Provide feedback to Embraer Engineering when drawings or instructions require clarification.
• Assist planning, coordination, and execution of structural repairs on E195 E2 fleet.
• Maintain records of structural damage, repairs, and inspections for E195-E2 and Q400 fleets.
• Monitor repair limitations, inspections, and repair thresholds to ensure airworthiness.
• Coordinate with Embraer, third-party repair shops, and internal maintenance teams.
• Participate in Porter SMS and safety policy.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Travel availability

Education

College diploma in aircraft maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Line Maintenance YYZ, this position will provide support in the following areas below.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with Embraer In Service Engineering and Technical Support in requesting structural repair instructions, repair drawings, and engineering assistance for the E195 E2 fleet.
• Coordinate with Embraer Engineering to assess structural damage and determine appropriate repair solutions in accordance with approved technical data.
• Review and interpret Embraer Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), and other applicable technical publications to support structural repairs.
• Provide recommendations and technical feedback to Embraer Engineering when repair drawings or instructions require clarification or amendment.
• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of structural repairs on the Embraer E195 E2 fleet, including repairs requiring specialized tooling, materials, or external support.
• Maintain accurate records of structural damage, repairs, and associated inspections for both the Embraer E195-E2 and Bombardier Q400 fleets.
• Monitor structural repair limitations, recurring inspection requirements, and repair thresholds to ensure continued airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with Embraer, third-party repair organizations, and internal maintenance teams to coordinate complex structural repairs and minimize aircraft downtime.
• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
• Other duties as assigned

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility with accreditation
• Must possess Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License, CAT S
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the SRM
• High degree of accuracy
• Strong analytical personality
• Good working knowledge with Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to travel on short notice

Location

Toronto (Toronto Pearson International Airport - YYZ) #LI-Onsite

Company Description

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline in the World Airline Star Rating. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.