Liaison Engineer - Structures Repair (Aerospace Engineer)

KF Aerospace•Hamilton, ON

114d•Onsite

About The Position

KF Aerospace is seeking a Liaison Engineer - Structures Repair for an office-based, 100% on-site role at their hangar facility in Hamilton, Ontario. This role is for an Aerospace Engineer, not an Aircraft Mechanic. The company, founded in 1970, specializes in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training, and aircraft leasing, with facilities across Canada and over 1,100 employees. The Liaison Engineer reports to the Repair Engineering Manager and will be the primary focal point for engineering-related issues for the production (maintenance) operation at the Hamilton base, liaising with appropriate departments and organizations for resolution.

Requirements

Completion of a degree from a recognized Canadian secondary institution in a relevant engineering discipline, such as Aerospace Engineering.
Minimum 4 years of Liaison Engineering experience in the aviation industry required.
Ability to analyze incomplete information and implement timely decision making while mitigating risk factors.
Possess a thorough understanding of maintenance requirements, processes and procedures.
Possess a thorough knowledge of aircraft materials and hardware as well as aeronautical Engineering standards and specifications.
Competence in Auto CAD and Microsoft Office to a sufficient level to perform the day to day tasks.
Must be self motivated and disciplined in their work ethic.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, couple with a high sense of commitment, and a willingness to accept responsibilities while acting independently in a high-pressure team environment.
Willing to work extra hours when required.
Ability to work as a team member and respond positively to instructions.
Must be well organized and detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines while performing tasks accurately.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; as well as good research skills.
Must be a strong supporter of continuous improvement efforts.

Nice To Haves

7 years or more of Liaison Engineering experience in the aviation industry is preferred.
Familiarity with the structural design philosophy and primary and secondary structure repair methodology for Boeing or Airbus commercial aircraft preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary focal point for production operation regarding engineering related issues in YHM.
Provides engineering support as required for disposition of discrepant conditions affecting aircraft or components in order to restore serviceable status, including assisting with interpretation of the aircraft manufacturer’s repair manuals, drawings and other repair instructions.
Responds to requests from maintenance when technical assistance is required to support projects or resolve problems.
Co-ordinates transfers of information from YHM to YLW Engineering as required.
Works in close co-operation with YLW Engineering.
Researches and develops repair proposals for structural defects, corrosion, or service damage and liaise with the aircraft manufacturer during the submission and review for concurrence, if/ as required.
Maintains knowledge of current and pending regulations which affect areas of responsibility and ensures that all Engineering actions maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Keep the repair engineering manager informed of daily operations.
All other duties as assigned.