Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

1w1 week ago

National Research Council Canada

Ottawa, CA · Full-time · C$66,126 – C$91,012

About this role

Discover the possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers. We seek an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer for our Aerospace Research Centre who shares core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. Support innovative research pushing boundaries of science and engineering.

The incumbent will perform and ensure proper completion of applicable maintenance activities related to aircraft. This includes the installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems (mechanical, electrical, and others). Troubleshoot and rectify defects using standard or specialized test equipment while ensuring aircraft documentation is complete and accurate.

Carry out duties as per the appropriate maintenance control manual and ensure conformity to Transport Canada regulatory standards. Assist the Aircraft Crew Chief in preparing aircraft for research flight operations and adhere to the Safety Management System Policy. Provide training/guidance and oversight of apprentices, and accompany aircraft on field deployments as required.

Join a supportive workplace fostering a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. Collaborate across multiple fields with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey at the NRC.

Requirements

Graduation from a program of study at an accredited college meeting Transport Canada requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer training in the mechanical specialty
Hold an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) “M” licence issued by Transport Canada
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical aircraft systems
Familiarity with Transport Canada regulatory standards and CARs
Proficiency in using standard and specialized test equipment for troubleshooting
Ability to maintain accurate aircraft documentation and records
Detail-oriented approach to inspections and repairs
Organizational skills for multidisciplinary team environments

Responsibilities

Perform and ensure proper completion of applicable maintenance activities related to aircraft
Install, inspect, maintain and repair aircraft systems (mechanical, electrical, and others)
Troubleshoot and rectify applicable aircraft system defects using standard or specialized test equipment
Ensure aircraft documentation is complete and accurate
Carry out duties as per the appropriate maintenance control manual
Ensure conformity to Transport Canada regulatory standards
Assist the Aircraft Crew Chief in preparing aircraft for research flight operations
Provide training/guidance and oversight of the work of apprentices