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APPRENTICE - AVIONICSSunwest Aviation •  Calgary
APPRENTICE - AVIONICS

APPRENTICE - AVIONICS

Sunwest Aviation • Calgary
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

APPRENTICE - AVIONICS (Ref. # : 2025-094)

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 APPRENTICE - AVIONICS. 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 :

to be determined Salary / Hourly :

Competition Deadline :

2026-02-08 Date Posted :

2025-12-23

Duties and Responsibilities :

Assist Engineers in providing sound maintenance to Sunwest and 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.

  • Assist Engineers with aircraft return to service in accordance with (IAW) Sunwest policy manuals and CARs.
  • Liaise with engineers and provide assistance with aircraft inspection projects.
  • Assist with maintenance of aircraft electronic systems and equipment, including communications, navigation, and autopilot equipment.
  • Assist Engineers in inspecting and testing aircraft electrical and avionics related systems to ensure they are in proper working order.
  • Assist with inspection, testing, repair, and certification of avionics components as allowed by the MCM.
  • Assist with diagnosing electrical malfunctions or other related problems in the aircraft as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints.
  • Assist in disassembling aircraft systems and remove defective components.
  • Assemble and / or install replacement electronic components as per technical manuals, drawings, or blueprints.
  • Communicate daily shop / work task status with Crew Chief.
  • Report problems to Engineers so action can be taken to rectify them.
  • Record problems and the action taken to rectify them, maintaining an accurate record of the maintenance history of the aircraft.
  • Work away from base to support aircraft rescue or inspection as required.
  • Assist engineers in liaising with vendor / technical support teams regarding engineering / repair data procurement and implementation.
  • Technical records and other maintenance related research as required.
  • Complete aircraft configuration changes when required.
  • Operate and maintain ground service equipment and tooling.
  • Work with crew chief to complete Service Difficulty Reports when required.
  • Maintain shop and personal tool control in accordance with the General Procedures Manual, and ensure personal toolbox is clean and organized.
  • Assist with aircraft movement and wing walking.
  • Ensure all required training is complete and up to date.
  • Keep workplace clean and organized.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and respect in the workplace.
  • Other related duties as assigned by the Crew Chief.
  • 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 :

  • Transport Canada approved Avionics and Electronics Technology Program or Approved ICS correspondence.
  • Ability to maintain a Restricted Airside Identification Card.
  • Radio Licence

  • Ability to refer to and follow technical manuals, written in terse abbreviated language.
  • Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
  • Diagnostic skills requiring sound knowledge of aircraft electrical and avionics systems, and basic applied mechanics.
  • Have a good understanding of CAR’s
  • Basic computer literacy and ability to work with Microsoft Office and Outlook.

  • Mechanical aptitude is a necessity.
  • Good literacy and numerical skills.
  • Problem solving skills are critical in handling challenging and complex aircraft system snags.
  • Mechanical aptitude is a necessity.
  • Good literacy and numerical skills.
  • Problem solving skills are critical in handling challenging and complex aircraft system snags.
  • 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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