Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you ready to take your aviation aspirations to new heights? Alpine Aerotech is not just a company; it's your gateway to an exhilarating and fulfilling career.

As a comprehensive, full-service rotorcraft support center, Alpine Aerotech stands as a global expert in the aviation industry.

Our journey, marked by dedication and growth, reflects our commitment to excellence. From a humble start with four employees in 1990, we have grown to a team of 180 strong. With over 64,000 square feet across our Kelowna facilities and the acquisition of a 30,000 square foot Abbotsford facility in 2013, our reach continues to expand.

Notably, we are recognized as one of the largest and most reputable Bell Customer Service Facilities (CSF) worldwide and as a service center for Airbus and Leonardo Helicopters. We take pride in delivering reliable and personalized service to our expanding international customer base.

With a rich legacy of over 30 years, we invite you to join us and be part of a team that thrives on innovation, safety, and pushing the boundaries of aviation.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is responsible for ensuring the safety, airworthiness, and operational readiness of various helicopter types, including Bell, Airbus, and Leonardo. The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer leverages their expertise across inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and system testing, to ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with regulatory standards and technical manuals. Through their precision, technical excellence, and a commitment to quality, the AME upholds Alpine Aerotech's reputation as a leader in helicopter maintenance and support.

A Day In The Life Of An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

• Perform maintenance on rotary wing aircraft and components
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled inspections
• Troubleshooting
• Repair and perform function tests of various systems
• Use appropriate manuals as required
• Complete and certify tasks and related documentation
• Service, tow and operate ground equipment
• Assist in training Apprentice AME's
• Fulfill additional duties as required
• Uphold an unwavering standard of excellence that impeccably represents the Alpine Aerotech brand

Our Must Haves

• Valid Transport Canada M1 and/or M2 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License
• Previous experience working with AS350/H125 helicopters considered an asset
• Valid driver's license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to generate high quality deliverables
• Strong time and project management skills and self-motivation
• Robust interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and professional maturity with demonstrated ability to effectively interact and build professional relationships
• Awareness of the sensitivity of information received and appropriate handling
• Know what it means to work smarter, not harder

Compensation & Total Rewards

Aerotech's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. Our comprehensive and competitive total rewards package includes: dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, Employee & Family Assistance, and an RRSP matching program.

We are committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates.

The range for this role is $35.00 to $45.00 per hour.

Non-Negotiables

• Criminal history check
• Driver's abstract review

Our Commitment To Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Alpine Aerotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to allow our employees to reach their full potential.

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely Alpine Aerotech. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Alpine Aerotech, however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.