Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Ref. # : 2025-033)

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.

We currently have an opportunity available for an Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. Reporting to the Production Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following :

Type of Employment :

Full-time Location :

Calgary Position Shift :

8 on 6 off, rotation days and nights Salary / Hourly :

37.78 - 41.14 Competition Deadline :

2026-02-28 Date Posted :

2025-03-14

Duties and Responsibilities :

Provide sound maintenance to Sunwest Aviation and the customer aircraft fleet.

• Personal responsibility to workplace safety and active involvement with team members ensuring use of safe work practices.
• Adhere to the safety accountabilities as per Sunwest’s Safety Management System manual.
• Thorough familiarity with safety requirements and practice safe work habits

Active involvement with the HITS system.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Educational Qualifications & Credentials

Professional & Specific Expertise

Basic computer literacy and ability to work with Microsoft Office and Outlook.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies :

Competencies Required for Effective Performance

Problem solving skills are critical in handling challenging and complex aircraft system snags

A valid Canadian passport or other approved means of travel international is an asset.

Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employees, our partners and our community.

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