Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (avionics)

Aircraft Technician

As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll bring innovation to life, transforming visionary designs into world-class training solutions. You'll play a key role in assembling, refining, and delivering products that support aviation and defense missions worldwide. Every detail you shape contributes to safety, precision, and performance.

CAE is a global leader in training for civil aviation and defense and security. CAE is the prime contractor for NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) and the Future Air Crew Training (FACT) program in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, delivering world-class, integrated academic, simulator, and live flying training for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and international defense customers.

The Aircraft Technician is responsible for conducting all servicing and maintenance tasks in support of the NFTC training fleet.

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and testing aircraft systems
• Removing and replacing line replaceable units (LRUs) and components
• Performing specialty maintenance tasks in maintenance shops, as required
• Interpreting and applying technical publications and diagrams
• Maintaining tools and equipment required to perform assigned duties
• Ordering aircraft spare parts and materials
• Conducting flight line servicing operations
• Debriefing the Team Lead, as required
• Carrying out workplace inspections and clean-up activities
• Filling the position of Desk Controller, as required

Work schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Evening shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Minimum 40 hours per week
• Some travel may be required

Minimum qualifications:

• Transport Canada–approved Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) Diploma or equivalent (including Canadian Forces Avionics Technician)
• Possession of a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) E License
• Minimum of 4 years of aircraft-related experience
• At least 3 years of 1st- and 2nd-line maintenance experience
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license
• Knowledge of aerospace design and maintenance practices
• Ability to work shifts
• Eligibility to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or valid work permit)
• Ability to obtain a Reliability security clearance from the Government of Canada
• Ability to successfully pass a security evaluation under the Controlled Goods Directorate of Canada
• Ability to meet CAE requirements for U.S. ITAR re-transfer authorization

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in life-cycle support activities

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage up to $43.96/hour, with additional annual and performance-based incentives
• Job stability with predictable schedules and opportunities for overtime
• Flexible group insurance plan
• Vacation, paid holidays, and sick days
• Competitive pension plan
• Employee stock purchase options
• All tooling and equipment provided on site
• Clothing, work boots, and safety glasses allowance
• Relocation assistance available