Aircraft Crew Chief
About The Position
The NRC Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) operates a fleet of highly specialized research aircraft to meet the flight research needs of partners and clients in the Canadian aerospace sector. Engineering modifications to these aircraft are performed in-house, by highly qualified teams of designers, engineers and fabrication specialists. Maintenance is carried out by aircraft maintenance engineers (AMEs) and research projects are flown by qualified test pilots and supporting crew members. Working at the NRC Aerospace Research Centre (NRC-AERO) and reporting to the Manager, Aircraft Maintenance, the Aircraft Crew Chief is part of a team responsible for maintaining NRC research aircraft in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs). The Aircraft Crew Chief may also participate in field deployments across Canada and internationally, supporting airborne research projects in collaboration with government, academic, and industry partners.
Requirements
- Graduation from a program of study at an accredited college approved by Transport Canada in accordance with Division II of Subpart 403 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer training or equivalent.
- Must hold an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) “M1” licence issued by Transport Canada.
- Significant experience as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) in an organization that conducts heavy maintenance and/or extensive major modifications to civil or military aircraft
- Significant experience as a licensed AME in an organization that conducts flight operations
- Basic experience as an aircraft Crew Chief managing multiple concurrent aircraft maintenance and/or modification projects on assigned aircrafts in an environment of frequently changing priorities
- Solid knowledge in performing and ensuring proper completion of scheduled and unscheduled inspections, including inspections after abnormal occurrences
- Ability to research, evaluate and complete airworthiness directive and service bulletins requirements
- Solid knowledge of troubleshooting and rectification of defects of applicable aircraft systems
- Solid knowledge regarding aircraft logbook entries and technical documentation
- Solid knowledge of how to carry out applicable installations in accordance with drawings
- Solid knowledge of weight and balance control procedures
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with the implementation of a Safety Management System as defined by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA)
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety best practices required to create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment
- Ability to use technical and regulatory literature sources, search engines and specialized Aircraft Maintenance Tracking and Planning software such as DASH or WinAir, as well as general office software products.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a military or civil flight test environment
- Experience performing maintenance on aircrafts similar to those operated by FRL (Note: current fleet includes Convair 580, Dassault Falcon 20, Twin Otter, Harvard Mk IV, Cessna 337, Bell 205, Bell 206, Bell 412, Global 6500).
Responsibilities
- Planning and coordinating aircraft maintenance schedules
- Inspecting, maintaining, and certifying aircraft
- Supervising Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) and technicians
- Coordinating aircraft modifications and research project installations
- Ensuring regulatory and safety compliance
- Managing aircraft technical records
- Planning logistics for field deployments
- Liaising with manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders
Benefits
- Robust pension plan
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- Disability and life insurance
- Office closure at the end of December
- Additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
