AME (aircraft maintenance engineer), structures

Work site environment

• Noisy
• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Inspect structural and mechanical systems of aircraft and ensure that these systems meet Transport Canada and company standards of performance and safety
• Repair and overhaul aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Install or modify aircraft engines and mechanical, hydraulic, flight control, fuel and pneumatic systems
• Maintain detailed repair, inspection and certification records and reports
• Dismantle airframes, aircraft engines or other aircraft systems for repair, overhaul and cleaning, and reassemble
• Perform and document routine maintenance
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Interpret blueprints / specifications / standards and written technical instructions

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AME «S» Licence - Structures

Aviation special processes

• Chrome / cadmium plating
• Heat treatment

Structural repair experience - aircraft

• Aircraft structures - general
• Aircraft sheet metal structures
• Aircraft composite structures

Type of industry experience

• Aircraft manufacturing
• Military aviation
• Repair and overhaul facility

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Aircraft maintenance - general
• Turbine engines

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Enhanced reliability security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program