Why Join the Altitude Test Facility Team?

The principal responsibility of the Test Technician / Operator is to perform the mechanical installation of engine and test components, and to execute engine test procedures for Altitude Testing Facility. Responsible for day-to-day test activities on development test engines, test sections, control systems, accessories and components.

This is a full time position from Monday to Friday with a 2-shift rotation, based in Ottawa, and performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?
Perform engine testing in accordance with approved test procedures, work instructions, and safety standards
Prepare test beds, engines, tooling, and instrumentation prior to test runs
Monitor engine parameters during testing and respond appropriately to alarms, fault codes, or test deviations
Operate the Altitude test facility using various HMI controls to maintain equipment conditions throughout engine tests.
Operate data acquisition systems to record test data, parameters, and results.
Assist engineering and senior technicians in troubleshooting test issues and equipment faults
Perform basic inspection and care of test cell equipment and tooling
Assist in local EH&S; duties & assist local Facilities Engineering when required





What do you need to be successful?
Technical college degree in aircraft trades or mechanical field
2 years of experience in mechanical field or control room environment preferred
Functional English Level
Familiarity with test instrumentation, sensors, and data monitoring systems is an advantage
Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical power systems
Able to support 2-shift rotation schedule
Basic project management skills, ability to manage program deliverables
Basic knowledge of Microsoft office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Background in diagnosing and resolving technical issues in a control room setting an asset
Experience interpreting engineering or mechanical drawings a strong asset
Appreciation of EH&S; and continuous improvement (an asset)
Must be detail and result oriented and be able to problem solve effectively
Must possess a positive capacity for teamwork and display drive and initiative

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

Benefits:
Extended health care
Vision care

Education:
AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Test Technician / Operator Altitude Test Facility Ottawa Gloucester (Canada)
🏢 JMJ Aéronautique
📍 Canada