Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

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Monday, November 30, 2026 11:59 pm EST
Provincial Services Division - Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services Branch
City:
Sault Ste Marie
Position(s) language:
Job term:
2 Permanent
Job code:
$57.77 - $61.90 Per hour**Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Are you a self-motivated and team oriented individual, looking for a rewarding career opportunity to utilize your expertise in aircraft maintenance? If so, then consider an exciting opportunity with the Aviation Services maintenance section.
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
a defined benefit pension plan
maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
comprehensive health plan
life and disability insurance
flexible work arrangements
collegial and professional work culture
career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
on-the-job training to support your success in the role
About the jobIn this role, you will:
maintain the ministry's provincial air fleet in an airworthy condition in accordance with regulations established by Transport Canada airworthiness manuals, air navigation orders, air regulation and directions issued by Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES)
analyze pilot reported flight defects
assist pilots with loading aircraft and secure cargo
install and remove special or environmental aircraft equipment
maintain accurate aircraft maintenance records
Mandatory requirements
You must have a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence rated at category M1 and/or M2.
You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid restricted radio operator's certificate (aeronautical).
You have the ability to obtain a valid passport and airport security clearance per Transport Canada Requirements.
You can handle a high degree of physical exertion to lift and manipulate aircraft components, as well as a high degree of coordination and dexterity.
Technical expertise:
You have working knowledge of and ability to interpret Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and standards relating to aircraft maintenance services.
You have working knowledge of the proper function of and experience in repair and diagnosing defects in engines, flight systems (i.E. helicopter field practices), hydraulic systems, avionics systems, undercarriage systems and propulsion systems.
You have the ability to use precision tools, hand tools and related aircraft test equipment.
You have the ability to carry out minor and major repairs on aircraft.
Analytical and interpretation skills:
You have the ability to interpret engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, directives and instructions.
You are proficient in technical problem-solving and decision making to analyze and provide appropriate maintenance requirements.
You have the ability to interpret and follow manufacturers' and regulatory instructions.
General skills:
You have proven communication skills to interact with clients and other ministry staff.
You have the ability to work with a computerized maintenance system and also accurately maintain hard copy files.
You have the ability to work within the guidelines of ministry policy and procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
You have demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision.
You have the ability to carry out tasks assigned in a timely manner.
Don't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
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