We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Looking for the ideal aviation career? Join our highly skilled team as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and contribute to the safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft- Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX, and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400). As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority. Night Shift Premium of $2.00/hour

- Overtime pay of 1.5 for the initial 8 hours of overtime and 1.75 for time beyond the initial 8 hours (within a pay period)
- Travel Privileges including standby and confirmed flights for you and a travel partner as well as companion passes and discounts on vacation packages
- Comprehensive, flexible Employee Perks including primary and extended health coverage, prescriptions, dental and vision care, basic life insurance and ADD, STD and LTD coverage (additional options available for enhanced coverage)
- Profit Share and Owner’s Performance Award
- A 5,5,4 rotation schedule consisting of day, afternoons and night shifts (shift bidding based on seniority)
- Technical Training and Career Advancement opportunities allow you to grow your career within our Technical Operations Department
- Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License required (M2 preferred)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience and/or endorsed on Boeing 737 and/or 787 and/or Q400, or equivalent type of aircraft is preferred
- Proven technical aptitude with strong airframe, powerplant, and flight control experience required




- Legally entitled to work in Canada (must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and/or open work permit with PR card in process)
- Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and in a noisy workspace
- Ability to maintain a positive fit test to wear all safety and protective equipment including (but not limited) to a respirator apparatus
- Flexibility to work shift work (night shifts, weekends and holidays) including overtime when necessary
- Must be able to travel for situations where base coverage and/or rescue trips are required
- Strong computer knowledge and skills using various Maintenance tracking programs and Microsoft Office Applications

Complete a pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fitness for the position including audiometric testing

- Produce a clear police background and criminal record check
- Pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test for substances including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis

Smith - Passport):

~ PASSPORT

~ *CANADIAN PERMANENT RESIDENT CARD OR WORK PERMIT

*Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date

~ Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada,



cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our safety promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at View email address on jobs.swagapp.com you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at View email address on jobs.swagapp.com.

📌 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Permanent) (Edmonton)
🏢 WestJet
📍 Edmonton