APPRENTICE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Reference #: 2026-131

Solid. Proud. Uplifting.

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.

We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.

Position Title

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Department/Section

Aviation

Employment Status

Full Time Permanent

Compensation

January 2026 Rate: $49,012.28-$51,033.19 as per Collective Bargaining Agreement (OPEIU)

Work Mode

On-Site

Existing Vacancy

New Position

Number of Openings

4

Location

Sudbury & Thunder Bay

Two vacancies for each location listed.

Posting Open Date

Monday, November 9, 2026

Posting Close Date

Monday, November 23, 2026

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

Launch Your Aviation Career with Ornge - Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you ready to take flight in your career? Ornge is seeking passionate and driven individuals to join our team as Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers at our Sudbury and Thunder Bay bases.

At Ornge, we don't just maintain aircraft - we support life-saving missions across Ontario. As an apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians, gaining hands‑on experience with our fleet of medically equipped aircraft.



You'll be part of a team that values safety, precision, and purpose.

Why Ornge?

- Meaningful Work: Every aircraft you help maintain plays a critical role in delivering vital care to patients in need.
- Mentorship & Growth: Learn from industry leaders and build a solid foundation for your AME career.
- Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven setting where no two days are the same.
- Locations That Fit Your Lifestyle: Choose between the scenic beauty of Sudbury or Thunder Bay.

Key Accountabilities

Under guidance, conducts administrative tasks related to aircraft maintenance and support to ensure adherence to Company policies and procedures while maximizing operating efficiencies:

- Updates technical records into company tracking system.
- May create and submit Technical Safety occurrence reports (TSR) within Ornge.

Under guidance, executes daily maintenance activities on operational company aircraft in accordance with company policies, manufacturer's publications, and Canadian Aviation Regulations:

- Carries out scheduled maintenance requirements under supervision to maintain serviceability of operational company aircraft.




- Assists in actioning unscheduled maintenance events to return operational Company aircraft to serviceable status for operations.
- Conducts preventative maintenance inspections on company tooling / aircraft maintenance support equipment.
- Accountable to a system of effective individual tool control of employee-owned tooling, and company tooling / equipment.

Learns to conduct extensive "heavy" maintenance inspections, repair, modification, and overhaul of non-operational company aircraft in accordance with long-term maintenance planning requirements for fleet serviceability:

- Works under supervision of AMEs on aircraft to complete scheduled maintenance procedures as required by Company policy, manufacturer's publications, and Canadian Aviation Regulations.
- Maintain a clean, well‑organized workspace while completing maintenance procedures.

Maintains currency of all training and requirements by regulation and company policies:

- Carries out required company training when due.
- Maintains progress of tasks for completion of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship in Task Logbook with increasing level of competencies.
- Other duties as assigned.

Hours and Location of Work

- Averages to 40 hours per week.
- Rotating day shift pattern.
- May be required to work various shifts and overtime, including days, weekends, statutory holidays, and on-call in a 24/7 environment.
- Candidates must live or be willing to relocate within close proximity to the base location.

📌 Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Canada)
🏢 Ornge
📍 Canada