A4 Heavy Maintenance Manager

Top Aces

54d • Onsite

About The Position

The A4 Heavy Maintenance Manager is responsible for the planning, execution, and oversight of A4 aircraft heavy maintenance events while also serving as the Mission Systems Maintenance Controller for all CATS mission systems across the A4, AJ, and LearJet fleets. He is the main point of contact for the Maintenance Control Center (MCC) at Cold Lake.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in aircraft maintenance management, including heavy maintenance execution.
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance control experience.
• Strong knowledge of avionics and mission systems integration.
• Proficiency with maintenance tracking systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to lead a team in a diversified and changing high tempo environment
• Positive, professional attitude, identify and resolve issues proactively with minimal supervision
• Proven track record to support and lead safe operations: OHS, Flight Safety, procedures, Human Factors etc.
• Knowledge of Airworthiness processes with Transport Canada and DND. Controlled Goods Program, Security Management, ITAR, Military and civilian maintenance. Quality Control an asset;
• Sense of Urgency / Focus on results and deadlines
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Position requires Level II clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute A4 heavy maintenance events from induction through redelivery.
• Collaborate with CATS Maintenance Controller to develop and manage an 18‑month heavy maintenance plan.
• Liaise with CATS Maintenance Planner to schedule the completion of required Maintenance tasks.
• Lead induction, production, and redelivery reviews.
• Manage turnaround time, scope, cost, and technical risk.
• Supervise YOD based heavy maintenance and support functions employees.
• As required, liaise with Fleet Management, Engineering, Airworthiness and ISC to ensure turn around times are met.
• Provide weekly Heavy maintenance update to MCC and Sr DoM Canada.
• Serve as Mission Systems Maintenance Controller for all CATS mission systems utilized on A4, AJ, and LearJet fleets.
• Maintain configuration control, coordinate upgrades and maintenance, and ensure mission systems are fully operational and verified prior to return to service.
• Strategic Leadership – Setting long-term goals and aligning them with organizational objectives.
• Hiring & Workforce Planning – Recruiting and onboarding.
• Budget & Resource Allocation – Managing financial and operational resources for the team.
• Cross-Team Coordination – Working with other departments and leadership on company-wide initiatives.
• Higher-Level Decision-Making – Involvement in policy development, organizational strategy, and key business decisions.
• Performance Management – Conducting evaluations, addressing broader workplace issues, and implementing disciplinary measures if needed.
• Responsible for approving employee timesheets (where applicable), leave requests and expense reports for all base employees.
• Perform general administrative or any other duties as required by the Sr DoM Canada.
• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.

Benefits

• A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
• Opportunities for development and growth;
• Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
• A flexible schedule;
• Attractive benefit plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed