Mechanical/Hydraulic Technician
**Job details**
**General information**
**Entity**
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense.

Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters.

We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance.

Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?
Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us.

Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!
**Reference number**
2026-179913
**Job details**
**Domain**
Research, design and development
**Job field / Job profile**
Architecture and systems engineering - Engineering methods and tools
**Job title**
Mechanical/Hydraulic Technician
**Employment type**
Permanent
**Professional category**
Employees / Staff
**Part time / Full time**
Full-time
**Job description**
• • Assemble test rigs comprised of large bolted structural members (Reaction frames, Trunnion plates).
• Install, commission and maintain test rig hydraulic systems and/or components (lay and flush tubing, fabricate hoses, install and service pumps, filters, coolers, actuators, servo-valves, accumulators).
• Proficient with hydraulic tube bending, flaring, and hose fabrication.
• InstallRemove landing gears and other aircraft system components (wheels, retract actuators, drag braces, side braces, and uplocks) into test rigs following detailed engineering installation procedures.
• Perform test rig configuration changes.
• Perform daily inspection and greasing activities on active tests, documenting any abnormal wear and tear or changes in test article performance.




• Document and sign-off on key activities per stringent Quality Assurance procedures.
• Participate in daily work planning and prioritization meetings.
• Participate in Test Rig and Test Hydraulic design reviews.
• Share responsibility and take ownership of organizing and maintaining key test department support facilities and related equipment and tools (Machine shop, Welding Shop, Hydraulic shop).
• Actively participate and comply with all SAFRAN and or Government Health and Safety (HSE) initiatives and best practices.
• Prepare and participate in a variety of departmental internal and external Quality audits.
* Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, boom lifts, scissor lifts; using HSE approved rigging and operating procedures.
* Proficient with tube bending, flaring and hydraulic hose making.
* Tolerate a constant changing priority environment based on factors beyond the department's control.
* Modify and fabricate test rigs and fixtures.
* Participate in less well-defined, rapid test rig design, assembly and commissioning activities in support of R&D; efforts.
* Participate in cost estimation for work proposals.
* May be required to supervise and / or give direction to contractors.
* Research and suggest purchasing options for tools and equipment.
* Research technical specifications and operational guidelines for existing, tools, hydraulic components, fasteners and chemicals.
* Maintain acceptable cleanliness levels in test lab and associated work areas.
**Candidate skills & requirements**
Graduation from a technical college with Millwright, Maintenance or Hydraulic technician or equivalent certification. [apprenticeship]
* 5 – 10 years' experience in general millwrighting or aircraft maintenance.
* Good critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Able to prioritize.
* A strong desire to learn with excellent mechanical/hydraulic aptitude.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
* Ability to operate a variety of hand and machine tools (drills, mag drills, grinders, reciprocating saws, chop saws, band saws, lathes, and mills)
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and hydraulic schematics




* Experience with hydraulics including tube bending, flaring and hose fabrication and installation.
* Experience with fabrication and welding.
* Ability to work shifts and overtime when required
* Positive computer skills with: Outlook, file navigation explorer, internet searching, image uploading/downloading, Microsoft Word, Excel.
* Ability to learn how to operate a variety of corporate mandated software for recording time sheets, participating in on-line meetings and training courses (Jitsi, Zoom) and accessing a variety of HSE and other operational documents and guidelines.

Salary: $78,100 to $97,600
Reason for Recruitment: Replacement
Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply.

If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation.

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us!
While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction.

All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years.

Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S.
**Job location**
**Job location**
North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto
**City (-ies)**
Ajax
**Applicant criteria**
**Minimum education level achieved**
Bachelor's Degree
**Minimum experience level required**
More than 8 years

📌 Mechanical/Hydraulic Technician (Toronto)
🏢 Safran
📍 Toronto