Flight Test Aircraft Maintenance Team Lead

Guide flight test maintenance teams at DHC through safe aircraft repairs, modifications, inspections, and documented approved work.As Flight Test Aircraft Maintenance Team Lead, you coordinate mechanics and monitor daily work supporting DHC flight test vehicles. You help ensure airworthiness, compliance with Transport Canada regulations, and alignment with company standards. The position combines hands-on maintenance with technical coaching, workload planning, issue resolution, and communication of operational risks.Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate mechanics assigned to daily flight test maintenance activitiesEnsure work complies with SOPs, AMMs, SRMs, SBs, and ADsProvide technical guidance and coaching to maintenance personnelComplete maintenance, repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance programsEnsure assigned work meets safety, accuracy, and timeline expectationsRequirements:
Valid AME M2 or B1/B2 equivalent certificationProven leadership experience in aircraft maintenance or flight testingPreferred 10 years in transport-category flight test environmentsTypically 2 to 3 years on DHC aircraft modelsStrong planning, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilitiesSupport DHC flight test operations with aircraft maintenance expertise, team leadership, and disciplined regulatory compliance.
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