Avionics Technician

Alterra Mountain Company•Kelowna, BC

1d•CA$35 - CA$45•Onsite

About The Position

At Alpine Aerotech, our reputation is built on our people. In the last 35 years, we’ve grown into one of the world’s leading helicopter maintenance, repair, overhaul, and manufacturing organizations - trusted across the globe. Today, we are an accredited Airbus and Leonardo service center and one of the largest Bell service centers worldwide. The pride, expertise, and dedication of our employees fuels our growth and guides everything we do. We’re personable, reliable, experienced, and innovative – holding ourselves accountable to the values that matter most in aviation: Integrity, Quality, Safety, and Accountability. We continue to expand our capabilities, invest in our people, and evolve how we work. If you’re ready to work alongside skilled professionals who care about quality – and each other – and want a place where your work is respected, your skills are valued, and your career can grow, join our team! Position Overview Reporting to the Avionics Manager, the Avionics Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of advanced avionics systems across a diverse fleet of helicopters. As a key member of our avionics team, they inspect, install, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and maintain aircraft avionics and electrical systems in accordance with regulatory requirements, manufacturer specifications, and company standards. Through technical expertise, precision workmanship, and attention to detail, they help ensure aircraft leave our facilities operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. Why This Role Matters Helicopters rely on sophisticated avionics systems to operate safely and effectively. As an Avionics Technician, your expertise ensures pilots have the critical navigation, communication, electrical, and flight systems they depend on every day. The quality of your work directly impacts aircraft reliability, operational performance, and flight safety while helping maintain Alpine Aerotech's reputation as a global leader in helicopter maintenance and support.

Requirements

Valid Transport Canada AME-E Licence.
Experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of aircraft avionics and related electrical systems.
Experience working on Bell, Airbus, or Leonardo helicopters is considered a strong asset.
Strong knowledge of aircraft electrical, navigation, communication, and auto-flight systems.
Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and safety.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, maintenance manuals, and engineering data.
Valid driver's licence.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to learning and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, modify, install, and maintain aircraft avionics, electrical, navigation, communication, and auto-flight systems in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Apply a thorough understanding of aircraft electrical, power generation, navigation, communication, and auto-flight systems on a variety of helicopter platforms.
Perform avionics maintenance and installations in accordance with applicable technical manuals, engineering drawings, manufacturer specifications, and standard operating procedures.
Diagnose system malfunctions and perform required adjustments, servicing, repairs, modifications, and testing to restore optimal system performance.
Complete and accurately document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
Maintain accurate technical records and certification documentation.
Support the development and mentoring of Avionics Apprentices through knowledge sharing and technical guidance.
Collaborate with fellow technicians, inspectors, and leadership to achieve production goals while maintaining exceptional quality and safety standards.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
Uphold the professionalism, quality, and technical excellence that defines the Alpine Aerotech brand.

Benefits

Choose a schedule that works for you. Our alternative shifts offer greater flexibility, while supporting your well-being and work-life balance. Working here gives you the option to choose between 4 10-hour days (4/10 schedule) or a standard Monday-Friday schedule.
$5,000 signing bonus!
Competitive hourly wages starting between $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
RRSP matching up to 5%
Paid relocation allowance
Paid training and professional development
Pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes your excellence
Comprehensive group benefits plan
Health Spending Account
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Sick leave incentive: 10 days per year — any unused time is paid out annually.