Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Technical Lead Provides technical leadership, oversight, and subjectmatter expertise for the Bell407 and AS350 (AStar) fleets at Summit Helicopters, supporting the planning, development, and execution of maintenance programs that ensure aircraft safety, reliability, and operational availability across both base and field operations. Blends handson technical expertise, maintenance planning, and leadership and includes field tours and travel to operational locations to provide technical support, oversight, and guidance to maintenance personnel as required. The role is based in Kamloops, BC. Relocation is required. Essential Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and oversight for the Bell407 and AS350 fleets, acting as a key technical point of contact for maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical guidance. Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft, components, ground support equipment, and operational equipment in accordance with: OEM maintenance data Transport Canada regulations Summit Helicopters MCM/MPM Build, maintain, and review aircraft maintenance workbooks; assist with planning upcoming inspections, heavy maintenance events, and parts forecasting. Support the development and review of maintenance alerts, technical notices, reliability data, and fleetspecific guidance. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems, identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and complete followup verification. Travel to operational and field locations, including shortterm field tours, to provide technical support, mentorship, and oversight to maintenance personnel. Coordinate parts, materials, tooling, and provisions to support aircraft operations, including base and remote field deployments. Provide mentorship and technical leadership to apprentices and AMEs, including onthejob coaching and skills development. Support maintenance planning, task sequencing, and coordination with operations to ensure ontime return to service. Ensure maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with Summit Helicopters safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Perform other related duties as required to support safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance operations. Qualifications Minimum 5 years experience as a licensed Helicopter Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME). Experience on Bell407 and AS350 (AStar) aircraft. Experience in fieldbased or operational helicopter maintenance environments. Proven ability to provide technical leadership or supervisory support within a maintenance team. Advanced troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems using OEM manuals, wiring diagrams, and faultisolation procedures. Strong understanding of Transport Canada regulations, OEM maintenance programs, and Summit Helicopters MCM/MPM. Proven ability to certify aircraft for return to service (maintenance release) while maintaining full regulatory compliance. Experience supporting scheduled inspections and heavy maintenance events, including workscope planning and task coordination. Strong mentorship, communication, and teamdevelopment skills. Willingness and ability to travel as required to support field and operational maintenance needs. Highly organized with strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities. Work Conditions Position is based in Kamloops, BC. Relocation to Kamloops is required. Periodic field tours and operational travel are required as part of the role. Additional Information Summit Helicopters, a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies, delivers helicopter aviation solutions with one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. Learn more at www.summithelicopters.ca. Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers, Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. Employment Equity At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equalopportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. 2975 Airport Road, Kamloops, BC #J-18808-Ljbffr
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AME Technical Lead – Bell 407 / AS350