Heat Treatment Technician (Surface Treatment Technician)

FTAI Aviation LLC • Montreal, QC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) owns and maintains commercial jet engines, focusing on CFM56 and V2500 engines. Their proprietary products and joint ventures enable cost savings and flexibility for customers in the airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations sectors. FTAI also owns and leases jet aircraft, which aids in acquiring engines at favorable prices. The company invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate stable cash flows with growth potential. FTAI operates globally with offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

Requirements

• Proven experience in heat treatment or thermal processing, metallurgy, or a related industrial environment (manufacturing or MRO), demonstrating a solid understanding of industrial processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform effectively in a highly controlled process environment, with a strong commitment to documentation, traceability, and procedural compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow technical work instructions, consistently delivering reliable, repeatable, and high-quality results.
• Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary for aeronautical personnel to meet regulatory requirements, understand technical procedures and instructions, and document entries regarding work performed on the aeronautical product for customers outside Quebec.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace industry experience is considered a strong asset; however, motivated and capable candidates without prior aerospace exposure will be fully supported through structured training and qualification programs.
• Opportunity to expand skill set through additional qualifications within the Surface Treatment team, including Heat Treatment, Robotic Shot Peening and Robotic Waterjet Stripping (FANUC), and Chemical Surface Treatment (alodine, etching, passivation, and surface preparation).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and continuously monitor heat treatment equipment (ovens/furnaces) in accordance with approved work instructions and applicable standards.
• Execute required thermal cycles (e.g., stress relief, solution treatment and aging, tempering) with a high level of rigor, ensuring full compliance with routing instructions and technical specifications.
• Record, review, and verify critical process parameters (time and temperature), ensuring complete traceability and accurate maintenance of all required process documentation and records.
• Perform first-level verification activities (such as hardness checks where applicable) and work closely with Inspection and Quality teams to ensure product conformity.
• Actively support audit readiness and compliance by maintaining strong process discipline, robust documentation, and adherence to controlled procedures.
• Maintain and promote 6S standards and Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements; promptly identify, report, and escalate any safety, quality, or process non-conformances.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

What This Job Offers

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