Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Schedule: Rotational Shifts (Days and Nights) About The Opportunity The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with Transport Canada regulations and established maintenance standards. This is a full-time rotational position offering competitive wages, comprehensive advantages, and opportunities to work on a variety of aircraft.

Key Responsibilities Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair aircraft structural, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Diagnose and resolve aircraft defects using technical drawings, maintenance manuals, specifications, and established procedures. Repair and overhaul aircraft structures, engines, and mechanical or hydraulic systems.

Install, modify, dismantle, and reassemble aircraft engines and associated systems, including flight controls, fuel, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Perform routine aircraft maintenance and accurately document all work completed. Complete maintenance records, logbooks, task cards, and other required documentation.

Maintain appropriate inventory of aircraft parts, tools, and supplies. Ensure proper tool control and compliance with maintenance procedures. Communicate aircraft defects and maintenance requirements with flight crews.

Assist with aircraft movements and ensure appropriate safety measures are followed when aircraft are parked outdoors. Maintain required licensing, certifications, and training. Follow all company policies, safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable CBA provisions.

Promote a safe, positive, and collaborative working environment. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications &

Experience Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license in one of the following categories: (M1or M2 or E or S) Completion of a Transport Canada-approved Aircraft Maintenance program or relevant training and experience.



Previous experience working on one or more of the following aircraft types: Beechcraft 1900D (B1900D) De Havilland Dash 8 ATR 42/72 Pilatus PC-12/45 Cessna 208 Strong aircraft troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Excellent understanding of aircraft maintenance and safety procedures.

Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, internet, and email. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications & Assets Previous airline or commercial aviation maintenance experience.

Experience working with or knowledge of First Nations organizations. Ability to communicate in Oji-Cree or Ojibway.

Additional Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid RAIC (Restricted Area Identity Card / Red Pass). Ability to obtain and maintain a full D-class AVOP for aircraft towing. Willingness to complete required training and respirator fit testing, if applicable. Ability to comply with applicable safety requirements and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions Rotational shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and evenings as required. Occasional travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposure to aircraft maintenance environments, including noise, dirt, oil, and fumes. Work may involve confined spaces and trade-related hazards. Appropriate safety equipment and PPE must be used.

Physical Requirements Ability to lift or move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Manual dexterity required for operating tools, equipment, and computer systems.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.

Compensation &

Benefits Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance. Pension plan. Opportunities to work with a diverse aircraft fleet. Additional wage adjustments may apply based on base location, night shifts, and rotational arrangements.

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